“Funny in a subtle way” crossword clue
Answer
D
R
Y
•••DRY
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DRY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Funny in a subtle way”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 15, 2025, where it runs at 60 Down and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Dec 15, 2025 grid59ACamp sleeping spots … or a hint to this puzzle's circled letters8 ltrs›64ATales of yore4 ltrs›67AOne-named Grammy winner from Ireland4 ltrs›
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Dec 15, 20251A___ Nicholas5 ltrs›6AJudge's seat, from the French4 ltrs›10AN.Y.C. airport3 ltrs›13A"Star Wars" droid, familiarly5 ltrs›14ASide's length squared, for a square4 ltrs›15AThrilla in Manila boxer3 ltrs›16ARecharge one's batteries6 ltrs›18APrepared to bathe8 ltrs›
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