Crossword clue
“Brief”
This clue appeared as 19-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 12, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
SHORTLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withT
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Brief” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 12, 2026 as 19-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with T, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Brief” clue?+
The answer is SHORT (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 12, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on October 12, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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