Crossword clue
“Word before relief, book or strip”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Monday, September 14, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
COMICLetters5
Starts withC
Ends withC
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Word before relief, book or strip” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on September 14, 2026 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with C.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Word before relief, book or strip” clue?+
The answer is COMIC (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of September 14, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Mini.
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