Crossword clue

“Close call”

This clue appeared as 25-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, May 23, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SCARE
Letters5
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels2

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NYT Crossword
May 23, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Close call” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 23, 2026 as 25-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Close call” clue?+

The answer is SCARE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 23, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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