Crossword clue
“Parts of a dental exam”
This clue appeared as 7-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, May 21, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
XRAYSLetters5
Starts withX
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Parts of a dental exam” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on May 21, 2026 as 7-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with X and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Parts of a dental exam” clue?+
The answer is XRAYS (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of May 21, 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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