Crossword clue
“Rap or tap”
This clue appeared as 8-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Friday, June 12, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
KNOCKLetters5
Starts withK
Ends withK
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Rap or tap” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on June 12, 2026 as 8-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with K and ends with K, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Rap or tap” clue?+
The answer is KNOCK (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of June 12, 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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