Crossword clue

“Cry from a crib, perhaps”

This clue appeared as 10-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersSeen 2 times
MAMA
Letters4
Starts withM
Ends withA
Vowels2

Other possible answers

AnswerLettersSeen
MAMA41 of 2
PAPA41 of 2

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About this clue

The clue “Cry from a crib, perhaps” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 27, 2026 as 10-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with M and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Cry from a crib, perhaps” clue?+

The answer is MAMA (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 27, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on January 27, 2026.

How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+

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