NYT Crossword · 23 Across
“"There's a cockroach!"” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, May 18, 2026 as 23 Across. The answer has 3 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 · Monday, May 18, 2026 · 23 Across
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “"There's a cockroach!"”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with E and ends with K, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “"There's a cockroach!"” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 23 Across.
What is the answer to the “"There's a cockroach!"” crossword clue?
The answer is EEK (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.