Crossword clue
“Wipe out”
This clue appeared as 42-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ERASELetters5
Starts withE
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Wipe out” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 23, 2026 as 42-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with E 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 “Wipe out” clue?+
The answer is ERASE (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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