NYT Mini Crossword · 4 Down
“Lose a staring contest” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Mini Crossword for Sunday, May 10, 2026 as 4 Down. The answer has 5 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
Answer
NYT Mini · Sunday, May 10, 2026 · 4 Down
Every time this clue appeared
- May 10, 2026 · 4 Down · 5 letters
- Nov 17, 2024 · 6 Across · 5 letters
- Sep 1, 2020 · 6 Across · 5 letters
- Mar 15, 2018 · 1 Down · 5 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Lose a staring contest”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with B and ends with K, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Lose a staring contest” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Mini Crossword on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 4 Down. It has appeared 4 times in the NYT Mini since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Lose a staring contest” crossword clue?
The answer is BLINK (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.