"___ upon a time ..." (fairy tale starter)

4 letters21 DownLast seen October 5, 2025

If you're working on the Daily Themed Crossword for October 5, 2025 and got stuck on the clue “"___ upon a time ..." (fairy tale starter)”, you're in the right place. Below is the verified answer, plus context about the clue and links to every other clue from the same puzzle.

Answer

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About this clue

The clue “"___ upon a time ..." (fairy tale starter)” was published in the Daily Themed Crossword on October 5, 2025, where it appeared as 21 Down. The solution is ONCE — a 4-letter word that fits the 4-square down entry in the grid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the answer to ""___ upon a time ..." (fairy tale starter)" in Daily Themed Crossword?
The answer is ONCE, a 4-letter word that appeared as 21 Down in the puzzle dated October 5, 2025.
How many letters does the answer to ""___ upon a time ..." (fairy tale starter)" have?
The answer has 4 letters: ONCE.
When did the clue ""___ upon a time ..." (fairy tale starter)" appear in Daily Themed Crossword?
This clue most recently appeared on October 5, 2025.
Where can I find the full solution to the October 5, 2025 Daily Themed Crossword?
You can find the complete solved grid and every answer at our puzzle page for October 5, 2025.
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