This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, May 22, 2026 (5 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ E
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CRANE as a word: A mechanical lifting machine or device, often used for lifting heavy loads for industrial or construction purposes; Any bird of the family Gruidae, large birds with long legs and a long neck which is extended during flight.
CRANE has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 11, 2026.
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