Crossword clue
“It might turn up a turnip”
This clue appeared as 39-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 9, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SPADELetters5
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “It might turn up a turnip” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 9, 2025 as 39-Across. 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 “It might turn up a turnip” clue?+
The answer is SPADE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 9, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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