Crossword clue
“Comic strip sound of impact”
This clue appeared as 39-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 16, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
KAPOWLetters5
Starts withK
Ends withW
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Comic strip sound of impact” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 16, 2026 as 39-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with K and ends with W.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Comic strip sound of impact” clue?+
The answer is KAPOW (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 16, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on October 16, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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