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Throw ... or a protection for an injured arm (crossword clue)

5 squares · Mini Crossword · November 5, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, November 5, 2026 (7 Across and 5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Mini Crossword, November 5, 2026, 7 Across

Answer length: 5 squares

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S _ _ _ _

First and last letters

S _ _ _ G

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SLING as a word: A kind of hanging bandage put around the neck, in which a wounded arm or hand is supported; A loop of cloth, worn around the neck, for supporting a baby or other such load.

SLING has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 1, 2026.

Mini Crossword, November 5, 2026, 5 Down

Answer length: 4 squares

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C _ _ _

First and last letters

C _ _ T

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CAST as a word: (physical) To move, or be moved, away; (now somewhat literary) To throw.

CAST has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 24, 2026.

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