NYT Crossword
"Dread river of oath," per Homer NYT Crossword Clue
Use the hint first, then reveal the answer only if you need it.
Hint
This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 4-letter slot.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
For the clue: "Dread river of oath," per Homer, first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a reference clue.
- This clue leans on a named person, work, title, or quoted phrase. Identify the reference, then fit it into a 4-letter slot.
- The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears at 57D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.
Reveal Answer Hide Answer
STYX
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
STYX is the 4-letter answer for the clue: "Dread river of oath," per Homer. The clue points to a specific reference rather than a broad synonym, which is why exact spelling matters. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 57D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: STYX in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Reference clue.
- STYX has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 57D.
Answer history
Other NYT Crossword Clues Using STYX
We have not seen many previous NYT clues for this answer yet.
View all STYX cluesAdvertisements
History
Clue History
Related