“Tough nut to crack” crossword clue
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••••••ENIGMA
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ENIGMA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Tough nut to crack”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 1, 2026, where it runs at 45 Down and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Oct 1, 2026 grid44AObsolescent credit card feature14 ltrs›47ARapper with the 1999 #1 album "I Am ..."3 ltrs›53A"Uh-huh, sure it is"4 ltrs›55AObstacles ... or a hint to three squares in this puzzle15 ltrs›61AIdentify4 ltrs›64AMigratory fish with exceptionally sensitive hearing4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Oct 1, 20261ASneaker brand whose logo features the "Formstrip"4 ltrs›5A"Thank You for the Music" group4 ltrs›9ASome instructors, for short5 ltrs›14AGator's relative4 ltrs›15A"King of all kings" in the prehistoric world, familiarly4 ltrs›16AFeatures of gathering clouds?5 ltrs›17APatriotic recitation since 189218 ltrs›20AConcoct, with "up"4 ltrs›
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