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Animal in need of adoption – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “Animal in need of adoption” is STRAY (5 letters). Most recently STRAY, in the NYT Mini on June 8, 2026.

AnswerLettersPattern
STRAY5S____

What STRAY means

  1. verbmove about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
  2. adjectivenot close together in time
  3. nounan animal that has strayed (especially a domestic animal)

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
June 8, 2026NYT Mini 9ASTRAY

Other clues for STRAY

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FAQ

What is the answer to “Animal in need of adoption”?

STRAY (5 letters). Most recently STRAY, on June 8, 2026 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “Animal in need of adoption”?

5 letters, starting with S (S____).