Crossword clue
“Trigger hair”
This clue appeared as 24-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersSeen 2 times
MANELetters4
Starts withM
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Trigger hair” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 16, 2026 as 24-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with M and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Trigger hair” clue?+
The answer is MANE (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on May 16, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for May 16, 2026, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.