“Proclivity” crossword clue
Answer
B
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••••BENT
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.BENT is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Proclivity”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 28, 2025, where it runs at 3 Down 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
May 28, 2025 grid1ASmall foresail3 ltrs›12ARare blood type, in brief4 ltrs›16APhilosopher known for paradoxes4 ltrs›19A"Sharp Dressed Man" band5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 28, 20254AMaritime5 ltrs›9AHoled up3 ltrs›14ACognizant5 ltrs›15APixar character who has trouble saying "anemone"4 ltrs›17ALooked stunned, say5 ltrs›18ADecrease?4 ltrs›21AUnderstanding3 ltrs›22ASpecial ___5 ltrs›
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