“Stiff” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••RIGID
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.RIGID is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Stiff”. It was last seen in the puzzle of November 12, 2025, where it runs at 33 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. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on November 12, 2025.
Crossing entries
Nov 12, 2025 grid32ACondiment sometimes known as rooster sauce8 ltrs›38A"Is it too risky?"7 ltrs›41AAppetites5 ltrs›44ALike some ironed shirts and fall air5 ltrs›46A"The Spanish Tragedy" playwright Thomas3 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Jun 7, 2026NYT Crossword1 Across•••••RIGIDNov 12, 2025NYT Crossword33 Down•••••RIGIDBack to the full Nov 12, 2025 answer list, or browse the puzzle archive.