Thu Feb 13 11:40:00 UTC 2025: ## NYT Crossword Puzzle Challenges Solvers with Metal-Themed Clues

**New York, NY** – Jem Burch’s latest New York Times crossword puzzle is proving to be a delightful challenge for solvers. This Thursday’s puzzle, Burch’s seventh for the publication, features a clever theme requiring solvers to identify and remove hidden metals from themed answers to reveal the true solution. The puzzle’s constructor is known for rich, non-thematic fill and witty cluing, and this puzzle is no exception.

While the theme itself isn’t overly difficult, it requires solvers to think outside the box, as indicated by the constructor’s hint to “alloy yourself to zinc.” One example cited involves the clue “Emerge, as teeth,” which initially leads to the seemingly nonsensical answer “GROWING OLD.” However, removing the hidden metal “GOLD” reveals the correct solution: “GROW IN.”

The puzzle has been met with enthusiasm, prompting the Wordplay columnist to encourage readers to participate and share their own metal-related puns in the comments section. The overall consensus is that Burch’s latest crossword is a fun and engaging challenge worthy of tackling.

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