“Throw ... or a protection for an injured arm”
This clue appeared as 7-Across in the NYT Mini Crossword on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| SLING | 5 | 1 of 2 |
| CAST | 4 | 1 of 2 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Throw ... or a protection for an injured arm” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on November 5, 2026 as 7-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with G, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Throw ... or a protection for an injured arm” clue?+
The answer is SLING (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of November 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Mini, most recently on November 5, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Mini answers?+
Open the full list of answers for November 5, 2026, or browse every date on the NYT Mini Crossword hub.