Crossword clue

“Polynesian title heroine of film”

This clue appeared as 100-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 29, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
MOANA
Letters5
Starts withM
Ends withA
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Polynesian title heroine of film” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 29, 2026 as 100-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with A, 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 “Polynesian title heroine of film” clue?+

The answer is MOANA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 29, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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