Crossword clue
“Nocturnal sounds in the woods”
This clue appeared as 12-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 8, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
HOOTSLetters5
Starts withH
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Nocturnal sounds in the woods” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 8, 2026 as 12-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with H and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Nocturnal sounds in the woods” clue?+
The answer is HOOTS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 8, 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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