This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, July 9, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Answer length: 5 squares
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S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ M
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STORM as a word: Any disturbed state of the atmosphere causing destructive or unpleasant weather, especially one affecting the earth's surface involving strong winds (leading...; (by extension) A heavy fall of precipitation (hail, rain, or snow) or bout of lightning and thunder without strong winds; a hail storm, rainstorm, snowstorm,....
STORM has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 14, 2025.
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