Crossword clue
“Cause to jump, say”
This clue appeared as 46-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
STARTLELetters7
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Cause to jump, say” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 21, 2025 as 46-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with S and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Cause to jump, say” clue?+
The answer is STARTLE (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 21, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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