Crossword clue
“Pretzel topper”
This clue appeared as 85-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 18, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
SALTLetters4
Starts withS
Ends withT
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Pretzel topper” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 18, 2026 as 85-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with S and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Pretzel topper” clue?+
The answer is SALT (4 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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