WEDNESDAY · DEC 17, 2025  ·  60 ACROSS

“Painstakingly explain something ... or a hint to 17-, 26- and 45-Across”

The answer and full breakdown for this clue from the December 17, 2025 New York Times Crossword.

From the Gary Larson and Doug Peterson puzzle Edited by Will Shortz 10 letters
60 Across

“Painstakingly explain something ... or a hint to 17-, 26- and 45-Across”

Answer
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10 letters Appeared Dec 17, 2025 Direction: Across

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