Contrarian in a nursery rhyme NYT Crossword Clue
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Contrarian in a nursery rhyme" is MARY.
The clue refers to the nursery rhyme 'Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary,' where the character Mary is described as being contrary. This suggests a person who is difficult or uncooperative, fitting the 'contrarian' description.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on November 23, 2025.
Mary is a common female first name, often associated with biblical and literary figures.
Figure depicted in Michelangelo's "Pietà", "Oh, ___!" (hit Broadway farce about Mrs. Lincoln), 1970s sitcom title character who "can turn the world on with her smile", English writer/philosopher ___ Wollstonecraft, Name of the famous "Queen of Scots"
The answer to “Contrarian in a nursery rhyme” in the New York Times puzzle November 23 2025 is MARY. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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