Crossword clue
“Main greeting”
This clue appeared as 42-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, January 24, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
AHOYLetters4
Starts withA
Ends withY
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Main greeting” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 24, 2026 as 42-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with A and ends with Y.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Main greeting” clue?+
The answer is AHOY (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 24, 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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