Crossword clue

“Gentle push”

This clue appeared as Down in the Newsday Crossword on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
NUDGE
Letters5
Starts withN
Ends withE
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

Newsday Crossword
Oct 2, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Gentle push” ran in the Newsday Crossword on October 2, 2025 as Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with N and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Gentle push” clue?+

The answer is NUDGE (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of October 2, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.

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