Appropriate inappropriately NYT Crossword Clue

By Date: DEC 18, 2025 Follow on Google

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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Appropriate inappropriately" is USURP.

The word 'appropriate' can mean to take something for one's own use, often without the owner's permission, which is synonymous with 'usurp.' The clue uses 'inappropriately' to suggest the action is done in a wrongful or unauthorized manner, reinforcing the idea of usurping.

This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 18, 2025.

To seize and hold a position or power by force or without legal right.

Seize power from another, Hijack, appropriate (power), Grab authority, Take over, Take forcibly

The answer to “Appropriate inappropriately” in the New York Times puzzle December 18 2025 is USURP. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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