Tried to identify, in a way, as a wrapped gift NYT Crossword Clue

By Date: DEC 23, 2025 Follow on Google

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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Tried to identify, in a way, as a wrapped gift" is SHOOK.

The clue uses wordplay with 'tried to identify, in a way,' suggesting a method of figuring out a gift's contents by shaking it. 'Wrapped gift' implies a present, which people often shake to guess what's inside.

This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 23, 2025.

To move something back and forth or up and down with quick movements.

Astonished, informally, sealed a deal "by hand", rattled

The answer to “Tried to identify, in a way, as a wrapped gift” in the New York Times puzzle December 23 2025 is SHOOK. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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