Crossword clue

“Christmas stocking filler for a naughty child”

This clue appeared as 40-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 28, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

COAL

Letters4

Starts withC

Ends withL

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jul 28, 20254 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Christmas stocking filler for a naughty child” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 28, 2025 as 40-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with C and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Christmas stocking filler for a naughty child” clue?+

The answer is COAL (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 28, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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