Crossword clue
“They may be covered”
This clue appeared as 41-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 7, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SONGSLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “They may be covered” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 7, 2026 as 41-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “They may be covered” clue?+
The answer is SONGS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 7, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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