The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word TENSE which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2025.
Past, present or future crossword clue answers
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| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| TENSE | 100 % | 5 |
Why may TENSE be the right solution?
The word "tense" can refer to past, present, or future tenses in grammar. It is a linguistic term used to indicate the time of an action or state.
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Crossword Answer definitions
TENSE noun- (grammar) Any of the forms of a verb which distinguish when an action or state of being occurs or exists.
- (grammar) An inflected form of a verb that indicates tense.
- The property of indicating the point in time at which an action or state of being occurs or exists.
- (grammar) To apply a tense to.
- To make or become tense.
- Showing signs of stress or strain; not relaxed.
- Pulled taut, without any slack.
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