Crossword clue
“Taper off”
This clue appeared as 6-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ABATELetters5
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Taper off” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 23, 2026 as 6-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Taper off” clue?+
The answer is ABATE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 23, 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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