Opposite of "with the works" Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Opposite of "with the works"” from the New York Times crossword of January 3, 2026? 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, JANUARY 3, 2026

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Three clues to the answer, gentle first. Open one at a time.

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What is the answer to “Opposite of "with the works"”?

PLAIN, 5 letters: clear to the vision or understanding.

When was “Opposite of "with the works"” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of January 3, 2026.

How many letters does the answer have?

5 letters, starting with P.