Crossword clue
“On ___ (how some pranks are done)”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ADARELetters5
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “On ___ (how some pranks are done)” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on July 2, 2026 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “On ___ (how some pranks are done)” clue?+
The answer is ADARE (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of July 2, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
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