15 Across
NYT Daily ? September 23, 2025
Passover mo., usually
Answer:
APR
Hint:
This month often starts with April Fools' Day and is named after Aphrodite in some traditions.
Explanation:
This clue refers to Passover, a Jewish holiday that typically falls in the Hebrew month of Nisan, which often aligns with March or April on the Gregorian calendar. The abbreviation "mo." stands for "month," and "usually" hints at the most common month—April. Since crossword answers are short, "APR" is the standard three-letter abbreviation for April.
More Clues from This Puzzle
General solving tip
Fill-in-the-blank clues want a set phrase or idiom. The crosses usually confirm the exact wording.
More tips → General Hints