Crossword clue
“Bird's dramatic dive”
This clue appeared as 6-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, January 12, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SWOOPLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withP
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Bird's dramatic dive” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 12, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with P.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Bird's dramatic dive” clue?+
The answer is SWOOP (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 12, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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