Crossword clue

“State for "The Shawshank Redemption"”

This clue appeared as 40-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, June 28, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MAINE
Letters5
Starts withM
Ends withE
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “State for "The Shawshank Redemption"” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 28, 2025 as 40-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M 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 “State for "The Shawshank Redemption"” clue?+

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

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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