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Stringed instrument that becomes an exclamation if you switch its second and third letters (crossword clue)

5 squares · Mini Crossword · December 14, 2025 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Sunday, December 14, 2025 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Answer length: 5 squares

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V _ _ _ _

First and last letters

V _ _ _ A

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VIOLA as a word: A stringed instrument of the violin family, somewhat larger than a violin, played under the chin, and having a deeper tone; A person who plays the viola.

VIOLA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 14, 2025.

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