Crossword clue

“Like a wrung-out mop”

This clue appeared as 95-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 5, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.

Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
DAMPISH
Letters7
Starts withD
Ends withH
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Like a wrung-out mop” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 5, 2026 as 95-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with D and ends with H.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Like a wrung-out mop” clue?+

The answer is DAMPISH (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 5, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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