Crossword clue
“Winter pellets”
This clue appeared as 42-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 9, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SLEETLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withT
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Winter pellets” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 9, 2026 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Winter pellets” clue?+
The answer is SLEET (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 9, 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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