What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Not a good way to run?" from April 11, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Not a good way to run?”

This clue appeared as 45-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

AFOUL

Letters5

Starts withA

Ends withL

Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 11, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Not a good way to run?” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 11, 2026 as 45-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with L, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Not a good way to run?” clue?+

The answer is AFOUL (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 11, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+

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