Crossword clue
“It might raise a bunch of dough”
This clue appeared as 123-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 18, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
YEASTLetters5
Starts withY
Ends withT
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “It might raise a bunch of dough” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 18, 2026 as 123-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with Y and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “It might raise a bunch of dough” clue?+
The answer is YEAST (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 18, 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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