NYT Crossword

Lecture NYT Crossword Clue

25D | 4 letters

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TALK

Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

TALK is the 4-letter answer for the clue "Lecture". The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 25D, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: TALK in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
TALK has 4 letters, matching the required slot for 25D.

Answer history

Other NYT Crossword Clues Using TALK

Lecture Daily / 9D / 4 letters

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

For the clue "Lecture", first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 4-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 4 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 25D in the NYT Crossword, so check the Across crossings for confirmation.

Position 25D

Answer length 4

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

May 26, 2026 Daily / 25D / 4 letters

Puzzle clues

May 9, 2026 Daily / 9D / 4 letters

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