“Helpful” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.OFUSE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Helpful”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 20, 2025, where it runs at 52 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on January 20, 2025.
Crossing entries
Jan 20, 2025 grid45DLikely winner of a construction contract6 ltrs›46DSensation of acceleration6 ltrs›47DRepresses, as a bad memory6 ltrs›48D"Bad you!"6 ltrs›53DRetired QB Manning3 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Dec 18, 2025NYT Crossword32 Across•••••OFUSEJan 20, 2025NYT Crossword52 Across•••••OFUSEOther answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index•••••OFUSE5 ltrs
••••••USEFUL6 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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