Crossword clue
“Lead-in to pad or port”
This clue appeared as 16-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
HELILetters4
Starts withH
Ends withI
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Lead-in to pad or port” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 22, 2026 as 16-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with H and ends with I.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Lead-in to pad or port” clue?+
The answer is HELI (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 22, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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