Crossword clue
“Former competitor of Google Hangouts”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
SKYPELetters5
Starts withS
Ends withE
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Former competitor of Google Hangouts” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on May 20, 2026 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with E, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Former competitor of Google Hangouts” clue?+
The answer is SKYPE (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of May 20, 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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