NYT Crossword · 14 Across
“Frighten” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Tuesday, September 15, 2026 as 14 Across. 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 · Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · 14 Across
This clue has had more than one answer
- Sep 15, 2026 · 14 Across · 5 letters
- Mar 12, 2018 · 41 Across · 5 letters
- Nov 3, 2014 · 11 Down · 5 letters
- Oct 16, 2012 · 46 Across · 5 letters
- Jan 8, 2006 · 36 Down · 5 letters
- Oct 18, 2002 · 15 Across · 15 letters
- Dec 28, 2000 · 10 Down · 5 letters
- Nov 21, 1999 · 68 Across · 5 letters
- May 15, 1996 · 54 Down · 5 letters
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Across
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Frighten”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with S and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Frighten” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 14 Across. It has appeared 9 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Frighten” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is SCARE. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.