___ dunk (crowd-pleasing basketball shot)

4 letters11 AcrossLast seen May 18, 2026

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Answer

11S
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4 lettersAcross

About this clue

The clue “___ dunk (crowd-pleasing basketball shot)” was published in the Daily Themed Crossword on May 18, 2026, where it appeared as 11 Across. The solution is SLAM — a 4-letter word that fits the 4-square across entry in the grid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the answer to "___ dunk (crowd-pleasing basketball shot)" in Daily Themed Crossword?
The answer is SLAM, a 4-letter word that appeared as 11 Across in the puzzle dated May 18, 2026.
How many letters does the answer to "___ dunk (crowd-pleasing basketball shot)" have?
The answer has 4 letters: SLAM.
When did the clue "___ dunk (crowd-pleasing basketball shot)" appear in Daily Themed Crossword?
This clue most recently appeared on May 18, 2026.
Where can I find the full solution to the May 18, 2026 Daily Themed Crossword?
You can find the complete solved grid and every answer at our puzzle page for May 18, 2026.
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