This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (51 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ T
Show the answer
About the answer
SHORT as a word: Having a small distance from one end or edge to another, either horizontally or vertically; (of a person) Of comparatively small height.
SHORT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 28, 2025.
Other clues with the same answer
More clues from this puzzle
- Jumbo (42 Across)
- Colorful taffy candy brand (43 Across)
- Laptop brand (49 Across)
- Tons (50 Across)
- "Really?" (53 Across)
- Backside (55 Across)
- 2023 double-platinum Chappell Roan record (56 Across)
- Toyota hybrid (60 Across)
Play today's NYT Crossword at The New York Times
All crossword clues · Today's NYT Crossword answers · Today's Mini answers