Crossword clue

“Month when the N.B.A. and N.H.L. playoffs start, typically”

This clue appeared as 6-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Sunday, May 31, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

APRIL

Letters5

Starts withA

Ends withL

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Mini
May 31, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Month when the N.B.A. and N.H.L. playoffs start, typically” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on May 31, 2026 as 6-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Month when the N.B.A. and N.H.L. playoffs start, typically” clue?+

The answer is APRIL (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of May 31, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.

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