What is the answer to the NYT Mini Crossword clue "Santa's "present" for naughty kids" from June 11, 2026?

Crossword clue

“Santa's "present" for naughty kids”

This clue appeared as 5-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

COAL

Letters4

Starts withC

Ends withL

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Mini
Jun 11, 20264 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Santa's "present" for naughty kids” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on June 11, 2026 as 5-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with C and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Santa's "present" for naughty kids” clue?+

The answer is COAL (4 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of June 11, 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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