What is the answer to the NYT Midi Crossword clue "Wad that might end up on the underside of a desk" from June 18, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Wad that might end up on the underside of a desk”

This clue appeared as 22-Down in the NYT Midi Crossword on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.

Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance

GUM

Letters3

Starts withG

Ends withM

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Midi Crossword
Jun 18, 20263 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Wad that might end up on the underside of a desk” ran in the NYT Midi Crossword on June 18, 2026 as 22-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with G and ends with M.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Wad that might end up on the underside of a desk” clue?+

The answer is GUM (3 letters), from the NYT Midi Crossword of June 18, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the Midi.

How do I find other Midi answers?+

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