Crossword clue
“Dry up”
This clue appeared as Across in the Newsday Crossword on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
PARCHLetters5
Starts withP
Ends withH
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| PARCH | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| DESICCATE | 9 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Dry up” ran in the Newsday Crossword on February 28, 2026 as Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with H, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Dry up” clue?+
The answer is PARCH (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of February 28, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the Newsday Crossword, most recently on February 28, 2026.
How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+
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