What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Muscle named for its shape, for short" from July 5, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Muscle named for its shape, for short”

This clue appeared as 38-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, July 5, 2025. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

DELT

Letters4

Starts withD

Ends withT

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Muscle named for its shape, for short” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 5, 2025 as 38-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with D and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Muscle named for its shape, for short” clue?+

The answer is DELT (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 5, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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