What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Muscle-bone connector" from October 19, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Muscle-bone connector”

This clue appeared as 45-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 19, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

SINEW

Letters5

Starts withS

Ends withW

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Oct 19, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Muscle-bone connector” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 19, 2026 as 45-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with W.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Muscle-bone connector” clue?+

The answer is SINEW (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 19, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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