Crossword clue

“Like some history or hygiene”

This clue appeared as 37-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, January 5, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ORAL
Letters4
Starts withO
Ends withL
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Like some history or hygiene” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 5, 2026 as 37-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with O and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Like some history or hygiene” clue?+

The answer is ORAL (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 5, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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