Crossword clue
“Sensation”
This clue appeared as 5-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
SMASHLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withH
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Sensation” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 16, 2026 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with H, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Sensation” clue?+
The answer is SMASH (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on July 16, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for July 16, 2026, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.