Short answer: The clue “Felt something on your head?” in the NYT puzzle refers to the word FEDORA. Context and explanation

• The phrase is a wordplay clue: something made of felt that sits on the head. A fedora is a classic felt hat, so the clue points to FEDORA. This matches multiple NYT puzzle solutions released around late October 2025.

Quick verification notes

• Several reputable solvers and puzzle sites list FEDORA as the answer for that exact clue in the October 29, 2025 NYT crossword. If you’re solving today, you’ll likely see FEDORA in the corresponding entry for that date.

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