What is the answer to the NYT Mini Crossword clue "Back tooth" from November 3, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Back tooth”

This clue appeared as 5-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

MOLAR

Letters5

Starts withM

Ends withR

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Mini
Nov 3, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Back tooth” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on November 3, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with M and ends with R.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Back tooth” clue?+

The answer is MOLAR (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of November 3, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.

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