What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Word before tight or time" from April 16, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Word before tight or time”

This clue appeared as 46-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

HANG

Letters4

Starts withH

Ends withG

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Apr 16, 20254 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Word before tight or time” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 16, 2025 as 46-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with H and ends with G.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Word before tight or time” clue?+

The answer is HANG (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 16, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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