Crossword clue
“Barely enough”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 23, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
SCANTLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withT
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| SCANT | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| MINIMAL | 7 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Barely enough” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 23, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with T, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Barely enough” clue?+
The answer is SCANT (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 23, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on January 23, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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