___ joke

Latest answer — July 22, 2026

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Think of the type of humor that often makes you groan or roll your eyes! 😄

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This clue's Wednesday, July 22, 2026 appearance

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  1. 1Mother chicken
  2. 4Word after "leading" and "first"
  3. 5Just peachy ... or a hint to the two letters that appear most often in this grid
  4. 6Bryant of "S.N.L." fame
  5. 7Like overcooked chicken

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  1. 1Helpful
  2. 2Swirl of water
  3. 3The Yankees, on scoreboards
  4. 4Supervillain's hideout
  5. 5___ joke

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

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  1. 1. Mother chicken — Answer: HEN. Hint: This feathered friend often clucks around the farm! 🐔
  2. 4. Word after "leading" and "first" — Answer: LADY. Hint: Think of a royal figure often associated with grace and elegance! 👑
  3. 5. Just peachy ... or a hint to the two letters that appear most often in this grid — Answer: DANDY. Hint: This word is often used to describe something great or excellent! 🍑
  4. 6. Bryant of "S.N.L." fame — Answer: AIDY. Hint: This comedian is known for her roles in sketch comedy and had a memorable time on a late-night show! 😂
  5. 7. Like overcooked chicken — Answer: DRY. Hint: Think of something that lacks moisture and might leave you longing for a juicy alternative! 🍗

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  1. 1. Helpful — Answer: HANDY. Hint: Think of something that can assist you at a moment's notice! 🛠️
  2. 2. Swirl of water — Answer: EDDY. Hint: Think of how a little whirlpool might form in a stream! 🌊
  3. 3. The Yankees, on scoreboards — Answer: NYY. Hint: This abbreviation represents a famous baseball team from the Big Apple! ⚾
  4. 4. Supervillain's hideout — Answer: LAIR. Hint: Where a villain might plot their next evil scheme! 🦹
  5. 5. ___ joke — Answer: DAD. Hint: Think of the type of humor that often makes you groan or roll your eyes! 😄

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The answer to “___ joke” in the New York Times Mini crossword is DAD — a 3-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on July 22, 2026 at 5-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“___ joke” answer

DAD (3 letters)

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Why the answer is DAD

Think of the type of humor that often makes you groan or roll your eyes! 😄

When else has “___ joke” appeared?

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July 22, 2026 (most recent) → DAD. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “___ joke”?

The answer is DAD, a 3-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times Mini crossword on July 22, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “___ joke”?

3 letters: DAD.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the New York Times Mini crossword on July 22, 2026, at 5-Down.

Can “___ joke” have a different answer?

Yes — New York Times Mini sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

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