Penalty box, in hockey lingo NYT Crossword Clue
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NYT Crossword January 6 2026 Answers
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The most common and recent 6-letter answer for "Penalty box, in hockey lingo" is SINBIN.
In hockey, the 'sin bin' is a colloquial term for the penalty box, where players serve time for infractions. The term 'sin' humorously indicates wrongdoing, while 'bin' suggests a container or space.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on January 06, 2026.
Sin bin: A penalty box in sports, particularly hockey, where players serve time for infractions.
Penalty box, in hockey slang
The answer to “Penalty box, in hockey lingo” in the New York Times puzzle January 6 2026 is SINBIN. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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