Crossword clue

“Telephone answering word”

This clue appeared as 6-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Friday, July 24, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
HELLO
Letters5
Starts withH
Ends withO
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Mini
Jul 24, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Telephone answering word” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on July 24, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with H and ends with O.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Telephone answering word” clue?+

The answer is HELLO (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of July 24, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.

How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+

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