Crossword clue

“Swells up”

This clue appeared as 20-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 11, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
BLOATS
Letters6
Starts withB
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
May 11, 20266 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Swells up” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 11, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with B and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Swells up” clue?+

The answer is BLOATS (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 11, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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