Stick in one’s ___ (bird-related idiom) NYT Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: MAY 22, 2026 Follow on Google

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Q1.

What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "Stick in one's ___ (bird-related idiom)"?

The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Stick in one's ___ (bird-related idiom)" is CRAW.

Q2.

Why is "CRAW" the answer to the clue "Stick in one's ___ (bird-related idiom)"?

The phrase 'stick in one's craw' is an idiom meaning something that is difficult to accept or causes persistent irritation. 'Craw' refers to the crop of a bird, where food is stored before digestion. The clue hints at completing this idiom with a bird-related term.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "Stick in one's ___ (bird-related idiom)" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on May 22, 2026.

Q4.

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

Craw is the crop or gullet of a bird where food is stored before digestion.

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

Sticking point, in an idiom, Where something irksome might stick, Idiomatic sticking point, insect's stomach, Where something rankling might stick

The 4-letter answer to “Stick in one’s ___ (bird-related idiom)” in the NYT Mini Crossword May 22 2026 is CRAW.

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