NYT Crossword · 9 Down
“Flow down the neck” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, October 16, 2026 as 9 Down. The answer has 4 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 · Friday, October 16, 2026 · 9 Down
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Across
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Flow down the neck”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with M and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Flow down the neck” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 9 Down.
What is the answer to the “Flow down the neck” crossword clue?
The answer is MANE (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.