What is the answer to the crossword clue “Painful sore”?

The answer to “Painful sore” is ULCER (5 letters).

When was the crossword clue “Painful sore” last seen?

This clue appears on the NYT Mini Crossword page for Friday, July 17, 2026.

How can I solve the clue “Painful sore” without revealing everything?

Reveal one letter first, then use crossing entries in the Mini grid to narrow the remaining letters.

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Painful sore — Crossword Clue

Stuck on the 5-letter clue “Painful sore”? This page covers its NYT Mini appearance on Friday, July 17, 2026. Reveal the answer at your pace, then use the full grid below to check crossing entries.

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ULCER

The answer is ULCER (5 letters).

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What is the answer to “Painful sore”?

The answer is ULCER, which has 5 letters.

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Use the full NYT Mini answer page for Friday, July 17, 2026 to review every Across and Down clue.