What is the answer to the NYT Mini Crossword clue "Shape for a shoelace or pretzel" from July 5, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Shape for a shoelace or pretzel”

This clue appeared as 5-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Sunday, July 5, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

KNOT

Letters4

Starts withK

Ends withT

Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Mini
Jul 5, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Shape for a shoelace or pretzel” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on July 5, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with K and ends with T.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Shape for a shoelace or pretzel” clue?+

The answer is KNOT (4 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of July 5, 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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