“Running, but not moving” crossword clue
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••••IDLE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.IDLE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Running, but not moving”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 26, 2025, where it runs at 55 Across 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
Jul 26, 2025 grid25DBilling line10 ltrs›26D"Well, as it happens …"10 ltrs›39DGerms of ideas7 ltrs›48DExploit over time4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 26, 20251APop singer Rexha4 ltrs›5APlayful in tone4 ltrs›9AGroup that got Sweden its first Eurovision win4 ltrs›13ASautéing option with a high smoke point10 ltrs›16AHome, in slang4 ltrs›17APoisonous plant rumored to have killed the emperor Augustus10 ltrs›18AWord with hot or double4 ltrs›19AStarting to move5 ltrs›
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