Get the answer to the NYT Spelling Bee clue “Type of peach, plastic wrap, or to hold someone too tightly”, starting with the letters cl.
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verb
- To hold together
- To adhere as if glued firmly
"The shirt clung to his wet shoulders."
- To hold or hold on tightly or tenaciously
"The kitten clung to the narrow branch."
- To have a strong emotional attachment or dependence
"he clung to his friends for support"
- To remain or linger as if resisting complete spreading or scattering
"The odor clung to the room for hours."
noun
- An act or instance of clinging} {sx
- Clingstone
- A sheet of material (such as plastic or vinyl) designed to adhere to a flat surface by static electricity and often printed with an image or message
"When it's time for a new look, simply peel off the clings and store them away for another day."
noun
- Thin, clear plastic that is used to wrap food or to cover containers that have food in them plastic wrap
noun
- The tendency of a material (such as fabric) to adhere to another material or surface because of a buildup of static electricity
This clue was used on July 2, 2025.