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Make more appealing, as something otherwise plain NYT Crossword Clue

125A | 7 letters

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DRESSUP

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Why This Answer Fits

DRESSUP is the 7-letter answer for "Make more appealing, as something otherwise plain" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 125A help confirm the exact spelling.

Grid entry: DRESSUP in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
This is Across at 125A, so use the Down crossings to confirm DRESSUP.
DRESSUP has 7 letters, matching the required slot for 125A.

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Position 125A

Answer length 7

Puzzle type Daily

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Crossing Notes

This is Across at 125A, so use the Down crossings to confirm DRESSUP.

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Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 7 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Clue History

May 3, 2026 Daily / 125A / 7 letters

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