Crossword clue
“Deep fissure”
This clue appeared as 8-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, June 4, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CHASMLetters5
Starts withC
Ends withM
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Deep fissure” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 4, 2026 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with M, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Deep fissure” clue?+
The answer is CHASM (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 4, 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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