Crossword clue
“"Hard pass"”
This clue appeared as 30-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, January 22, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersSeen 3 times
NAHLetters3
Starts withN
Ends withH
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| NAH | 3 | 2 of 3 |
| HAILMARY | 8 | 1 of 3 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “"Hard pass"” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 22, 2026 as 30-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with N and ends with H.
See every answer from the puzzle on the NYT Crossword page for January 22, 2026, or learn how clues like this work in our guide to crossword clue types.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “"Hard pass"” clue?+
The answer is NAH (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 22, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 3 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on January 22, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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