Crossword clue
“Hits high in the air”
This clue appeared as 31-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, May 31, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SKIESLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Hits high in the air” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 31, 2025 as 31-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Hits high in the air” clue?+
The answer is SKIES (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 31, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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