Crossword clue

“Kind of fever”

This clue appeared as 26-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 9, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CABIN
Letters5
Starts withC
Ends withN
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jan 9, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Kind of fever” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 9, 2026 as 26-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with N.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Kind of fever” clue?+

The answer is CABIN (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 9, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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