NYT Crossword Answers for Thursday, October 15, 2026

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___ ball Crossword Clue Answer

This is the latest matching NYT Crossword occurrence of the 5-letter Across clue "___ ball", from Thursday, October 15, 2026. Reveal the answer at your pace, then use the full grid below to check crossing entries. Earlier appearances are tracked below when available.

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  • Ball3 letters · Oct 14, 2026
  • ___-Ball4 letters · Jul 30, 2026
  • ___-Ball4 letters · Jul 19, 2026

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What is the answer to the crossword clue "___ ball"?

The answer to "___ ball" is COMET (5 letters).

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This clue appeared in NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Use the full puzzle page to review every Across and Down clue.

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