Lead-in to phone or ass Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Lead-in to phone or ass” from the New York Times crossword of February 17, 2025? It has 5 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

Crossword answer

NEW YORK TIMES, FEBRUARY 17, 2025

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Hints

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Questions

What is the answer to “Lead-in to phone or ass”?

SMART, 5 letters: characterized by mental acuity.

When was “Lead-in to phone or ass” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of February 17, 2025.

How many letters does the answer have?

5 letters, starting with S.