Crossword clue
“Boxer's decoy punch”
This clue appeared as 12-Across in the NYT Midi Crossword on Sunday, August 2, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
FEINTLetters5
Starts withF
Ends withT
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Boxer's decoy punch” ran in the NYT Midi Crossword on August 2, 2026 as 12-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with F and ends with T.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Boxer's decoy punch” clue?+
The answer is FEINT (5 letters), from the NYT Midi Crossword of August 2, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the Midi.
How do I find other Midi answers?+
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