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Gentle prod – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “Gentle prod” is NUDGE (5 letters). Most recently NUDGE, in the NYT Mini on July 29, 2025.

AnswerLettersPattern
NUDGE5N____

What NUDGE means

  1. verbto push against gently
  2. nouna slight push or shake
  3. verbpush into action by pestering or annoying gently

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
July 29, 2025NYT Mini 6ANUDGE
December 23, 2020NYT Mini 2DNUDGE
February 28, 2018NYT Mini 3DNUDGE

Other clues for NUDGE

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FAQ

What is the answer to “Gentle prod”?

NUDGE (5 letters). Most recently NUDGE, on July 29, 2025 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “Gentle prod”?

5 letters, starting with N (N____).