NYT Crossword · 27 Down
“Transition” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, May 15, 2026 as 27 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 · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 27 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- May 15, 2026 · 27 Down · 5 letters
- Aug 13, 2023 · 97 Down · 5 letters
- Apr 10, 2022 · 59 Down · 5 letters
- Feb 18, 2016 · 31 Down · 5 letters
- Sep 26, 2013 · 53 Down · 5 letters
- Aug 29, 2013 · 27 Across · 5 letters
- Oct 25, 2009 · 84 Across · 5 letters
- Aug 4, 2009 · 22 Across · 5 letters
- Oct 3, 2004 · 95 Down · 5 letters
- Sep 20, 2001 · 49 Down · 5 letters
- Jul 5, 1997 · 29 Down · 5 letters
- Jul 1, 1994 · 3 Down · 5 letters
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Across
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- 39Sired crossword clue5 letters
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Down
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- 19Uniform crossword clue4 letters
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- 34Break the ice? crossword clue4 letters
- 36Knockouts crossword clue8 letters
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How many letters is the answer to “Transition”?
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 “Transition” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 27 Down. It has appeared 12 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Transition” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is SEGUE. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.