Can't figure out Hunt on “Hacks”? The New Yorker crossword from September 1, 2025 used this clue. Answer: 5 letters.
Hunt on “Hacks” Crossword Answer
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Hunt on “Hacks” Crossword Clue FAQ
What is the 5-letter answer to "Hunt on “Hacks”" crossword clue?
The answer to the "Hunt on “Hacks”" crossword clue is HELEN. This answer contains 5 letters and was confirmed in the New Yorker puzzle.
Which crossword used "Hunt on “Hacks”" clue?
This crossword clue most recently appeared in the New Yorker puzzle on September 1, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.
What is the meaning of HELEN?
The word HELEN means: (Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Hunt on “Hacks”".