“"The Little Engine That ___"” crossword clue
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•••••COULD
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.COULD is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “"The Little Engine That ___"”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 13, 2026, where it runs at 51 Down and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jan 13, 2026 grid49AConcern for a singer or a salesman5 ltrs›53AIconic 1977 Queen hit ... or a hint to 19-, 31- and 42-Across13 ltrs›60AMany a groan-inducing joke3 ltrs›63AAntlered animal3 ltrs›66ASponsored posts, e.g.3 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 13, 20261AFall behind3 ltrs›4AAngle symbol, in geometry5 ltrs›9AIndonesian getaway spot4 ltrs›13AGinger ___3 ltrs›14ASome fountain drinks5 ltrs›15ABoardroom V.I.P.4 ltrs›16ACheckmate in chess or gin in gin rummy3 ltrs›17A"Heyo!"5 ltrs›
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