Crossword clue
“Not go bad”
This clue appeared as 5-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
KEEPLetters4
Starts withK
Ends withP
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Not go bad” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on May 12, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with K and ends with P.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Not go bad” clue?+
The answer is KEEP (4 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of May 12, 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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