NYT Crossword · 44 Down
“___ ray” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Saturday, October 24, 2026 as 44 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.
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NYT Crossword · Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 44 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- Oct 24, 2026 · 44 Down · 5 letters
- Feb 8, 2018 · 42 Across · 3 letters
- Feb 14, 2016 · 52 Down · 3 letters
- Sep 8, 2011 · 52 Across · 3 letters
- Mar 28, 2006 · 42 Across · 5 letters
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Down
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The answer has 5 letters. It starts with M and ends with A, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
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Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 44 Down. It has appeared 5 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “___ ray” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is MANTA. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.