Crossword clue

“A matchbook, for a wobbly table, say”

This clue appeared as 8-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 24, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
SHIM
Letters4
Starts withS
Ends withM
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “A matchbook, for a wobbly table, say” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 24, 2025 as 8-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with S and ends with M.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “A matchbook, for a wobbly table, say” clue?+

The answer is SHIM (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 24, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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