Benoit ___, detective in the “Knives Out” films NYT Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: JAN 5, 2026 Follow on Google

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Q1.

What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "Benoit ___, detective in the "Knives Out" films"?

The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Benoit ___, detective in the "Knives Out" films" is BLANC.

Q2.

Why is "BLANC" the answer to the clue "Benoit ___, detective in the "Knives Out" films"?

The clue refers to the character Benoit Blanc, a detective portrayed by Daniel Craig in the 'Knives Out' films. The blank space in the clue indicates the missing last name of the character.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "Benoit ___, detective in the "Knives Out" films" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on January 05, 2026.

Q4.

What does the word "BLANC" mean in this context?

Blanc means 'white' in French.

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What are some other crossword clues that share the same answer?

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The answer to “Benoit ___, detective in the “Knives Out” films” in the New York Times Mini puzzle January 5 2026 is BLANC. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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