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Decreased in size, as the moon – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “Decreased in size, as the moon” is WANED (5 letters). Most recently WANED, in the NYT Mini on January 24, 2026.

AnswerLettersPattern
WANED5W____

What WANED means

  1. verbgrow smaller
  2. verbbecome smaller
  3. verbdecrease in phase

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
January 24, 2026NYT Mini 4DWANED

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FAQ

What is the answer to “Decreased in size, as the moon”?

WANED (5 letters). Most recently WANED, on January 24, 2026 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “Decreased in size, as the moon”?

5 letters, starting with W (W____).