Crossword clue
“Car part that can be "popped"”
This clue appeared as 7-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
HOODLetters4
Starts withH
Ends withD
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Car part that can be "popped"” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on July 8, 2026 as 7-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with H and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Car part that can be "popped"” clue?+
The answer is HOOD (4 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of July 8, 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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