Crossword clue
“Patches up, in a way”
This clue appeared as 55-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
DARNSLetters5
Starts withD
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Patches up, in a way” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 10, 2026 as 55-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Patches up, in a way” clue?+
The answer is DARNS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 10, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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