Crossword clue
“Stretch out one's neck”
This clue appeared as 5-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Friday, May 22, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CRANELetters5
Starts withC
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Stretch out one's neck” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on May 22, 2026 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Stretch out one's neck” clue?+
The answer is CRANE (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of May 22, 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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