Welcome figure on Wall Street, unwelcome figure in a china shop NYT Crossword Clue
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explanationNYT Crossword December 17 2025 Answers
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The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Welcome figure on Wall Street, unwelcome figure in a china shop" is BULL.
The clue uses a double definition. On Wall Street, a 'bull' represents a market trend where prices are rising, which is welcomed by investors. In contrast, a 'bull in a china shop' is a metaphor for someone clumsy or destructive, which would be unwelcome.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 17, 2025.
A bull is a large, strong male bovine, often associated with aggressive behavior or market optimism.
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The answer to “Welcome figure on Wall Street, unwelcome figure in a china shop” in the New York Times puzzle December 17 2025 is BULL. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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