“Works one's way up” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.RISES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Works one's way up”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 18, 2025, where it runs at 36 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.