“Let up” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••EASED
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EASED is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Let up”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 24, 2025, where it runs at 58 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 May 24, 2025.
Crossing entries
May 24, 2025 grid30DClassic poem with the lines "Leaving behind nights of terror and fear ... Into a daybreak that’s wondrously clear"10 ltrs›31DNot recommended10 ltrs›48DOne-sided columns5 ltrs›52DSend flying4 ltrs›56DSocial media star Addison ___3 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Dec 27, 2025NYT Crossword44 Down•••••EASEDMay 24, 2025NYT Crossword58 Across•••••EASEDBack to the full May 24, 2025 answer list, or browse the puzzle archive.