Crossword clue

“Cringe out of fear”

This clue appeared as 52-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 28, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
COWER
Letters5
Starts withC
Ends withR
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Cringe out of fear” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 28, 2025 as 52-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with R.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Cringe out of fear” clue?+

The answer is COWER (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 28, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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