Crossword clue

“Reacts to a jump scare”

This clue appeared as 7-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 13, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
GASPS
Letters5
Starts withG
Ends withS
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 13, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Reacts to a jump scare” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 13, 2025 as 7-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with G and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Reacts to a jump scare” clue?+

The answer is GASPS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 13, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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