This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 (40 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
D _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ _ _ R
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DEBTOR as a word: (economics) A person or firm that owes money; one in debt; one who owes a debt; (law) One who owes another anything, or is under obligation, arising from express agreement, implication of law, or principles of natural justice, to pay mon....
DEBTOR has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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