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"What's the reason?" – Crossword Clue
The answer to the crossword clue “"What's the reason?"” is WHY (3 letters). Most recently WHY, in the NYT Mini on May 13, 2026.
| Answer | Letters | Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| WHY | 3 | W__ |
What WHY means
- nounthe cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores'
Where this clue appeared
| Date | Puzzle | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 | NYT Mini 9A | WHY |
| February 21, 2024 | NYT Mini 7A | WHY |
Other clues for WHY
- Kid's repeated question
- Question a parent might respond to with "Because I said so"
- "How come?"
- Question after a pointless stunt
- Question pronounced like its last letter
- Basic scientific question
- "What's your reasoning?"
- Curious question
- One of journalism's five W questions
- Preschooler's repeated question
- Alphabetically last of the "five W's"
- Toddler's go-to question
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FAQ
What is the answer to “"What's the reason?"”?
WHY (3 letters). Most recently WHY, on May 13, 2026 in the NYT Mini.
How many letters is the answer to “"What's the reason?"”?
3 letters, starting with W (W__).