Crossword clue
“Firm up”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 5, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersSeen 2 times
STIFFENLetters7
Starts withS
Ends withN
Vowels2
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| STIFFEN | 7 | 1 of 2 |
| SET | 3 | 1 of 2 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Firm up” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 5, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with S and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Firm up” clue?+
The answer is STIFFEN (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on July 5, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for July 5, 2026, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.