“Zen riddle” crossword clue
Answer
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••••KOAN
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.KOAN is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Zen riddle”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 24, 2025, where it runs at 64 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
Oct 24, 2025 grid20DDismayed reaction to a tag12 ltrs›44DChest: Prefix6 ltrs›49DActress Alexander of "Get Out"5 ltrs›59DThe 1900s, e.g.: Abbr.3 ltrs›
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