Crossword clue
“Fragment”
This clue appeared as 9-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
SHARDLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withD
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| SHARD | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| SLIVER | 6 | 1 of 2 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Fragment” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 21, 2025 as 9-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with D, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Fragment” clue?+
The answer is SHARD (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 21, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on May 21, 2025.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for May 21, 2025, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.