Crossword clue
“Item for a painter or hairstylist”
This clue appeared as 28-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 20, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
BRUSHLetters5
Starts withB
Ends withH
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Item for a painter or hairstylist” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 20, 2026 as 28-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with B 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 “Item for a painter or hairstylist” clue?+
The answer is BRUSH (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 20, 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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