Moves pawn to e4, e.g. Daily / 51A / 5 letters
Puzzle clues NYT Crossword
Leads off NYT Crossword Clue
Reveal the answer when you are ready, or use the hint below to keep solving.
Answer
Reveal the 5 letters answer
One click shows the answer. Keep it hidden if you still want to solve from the clue.
Reveal Answer Hide Answer
OPENS
Explanation
Why This Answer Fits
OPENS is the 5-letter answer for "Leads off" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 45A help confirm the exact spelling.
- Grid entry: OPENS in the grid.
- Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
- Clue type: Direct clue.
- This is Across at 45A, so use the Down crossings to confirm OPENS.
- OPENS has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 45A.
Hint
Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase.
How to solve it
Read the clue type first
Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
- Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
- The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
- This clue appears at 45A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.
Position 45A
Answer length 5
Puzzle type Daily
Solver context
Extra Notes for This Clue
Crossings
Crossing Notes
This is Across at 45A, so use the Down crossings to confirm OPENS.
Editor note
Editorial Note
Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.
Advertisements
History
Clue History
May 12, 2026 Daily / 45A / 5 letters
Puzzle clues Related