“Indications of passing time” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.TICKS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Indications of passing time”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 16, 2025, where it runs at 30 Down 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.