“Follow directions” crossword clue
Answer
O
B
E
Y
••••OBEY
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.OBEY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Follow directions”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 16, 2026, where it runs at 61 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Feb 16, 2026 grid33DHigh-quality reds and whites9 ltrs›48DOccasions for blowing out candles on cakes, informally5 ltrs›57DEarly leader in instant messaging3 ltrs›58DOrg. for the Raptors, but not the Blue Jays3 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Feb 16, 20261ANecklace fastener5 ltrs›6APhysique, slangily3 ltrs›9A"___ to that!"4 ltrs›13ATextile city NNE of Paris5 ltrs›14ANew wave band with the hit "Whip It"4 ltrs›15AImprovise, in jazz4 ltrs›16AStared rudely5 ltrs›17ALate-night kitchen visit, e.g.4 ltrs›
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