Playful prank Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Playful prank” from the New York Times crossword of November 19, 2025? It has 5 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

Crossword answer

NEW YORK TIMES, NOVEMBER 19, 2025

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Hints

Three clues to the answer, gentle first. Open one at a time.

Hint 1 Meaning

Hint 2 Anagram

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This clue also appeared in the New York Times on May 13, 2025.

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Questions

What is the answer to “Playful prank”?

CAPER, 5 letters: to frolic.

When was “Playful prank” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of November 19, 2025, and 1 more time before that.

How many letters does the answer have?

5 letters, starting with C.