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Jumped up ... or a season in the past tense? (crossword clue)

6 squares · Mini Crossword · April 3, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, April 3, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

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The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.

Answer length: 6 squares

First letter

S _ _ _ _ _

First and last letters

S _ _ _ _ G

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SPRANG as a word: A surname from German.

SPRANG has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 3, 2026.

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