Crossword clue
“Pale with fright”
This clue appeared as 2-Down in the NYT Mini Crossword on Friday, September 4, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ASHENLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withN
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Pale with fright” ran in the NYT Mini Crossword on September 4, 2026 as 2-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Pale with fright” clue?+
The answer is ASHEN (5 letters), from the NYT Mini Crossword of September 4, 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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