After-dinner coffee selection, perhaps
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
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After-dinner coffee selection, perhaps (5)
Answer
The answer to After-dinner coffee selection, perhaps is Decaf (5 letters).
Why does Decaf fit this clue?
This clue uses a qualifier-narrowed definition where 'perhaps' suggests a possible choice rather than a certainty, and the answer is DECAF. Decaf is short for decaffeinated coffee, which has had most of its caffeine removed through various processing methods. The qualifier 'perhaps' acknowledges that while some people choose decaf after dinner to avoid caffeine's sleep-disrupting effects, others might opt for regular coffee or skip coffee entirely. The timing reference 'after-dinner' specifically points to decaf because many people avoid regular coffee late in the day.
What does After-dinner coffee selection, perhaps mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
after-dinner
adjective
•occurring or served following the evening meal
selection
noun
•a range of choices or options available
perhaps
adverb
•possibly; maybe; used to express uncertainty
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 6-down in the New York Times Midi on March 30, 2026, by Aaron Gee and Avery Gee Katz, edited by Ian Livengood. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Decaf mean?
noun
•A decaffeinated coffee, tea, or soft drink.
Origin of the word Decaf
•origin: French décaféiné
•period: early 20th century
The word entered English around 1934 from French, combining the prefix 'dé-' (removal) with 'caféine' (caffeine), following the invention of the first commercial decaffeination process by Ludwig Roselius in 1903.
How to use Decaf in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Decaf.
•“After their heavy meal, Sarah opted for decaf so she could still enjoy a warm cup without staying awake all night.”
•“The coffee shop ran out of regular espresso, so I had to settle for decaf in my latte.”
•“My doctor recommended switching to decaf to help reduce my anxiety and improve my sleep quality.”
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- What is the answer to After-dinner coffee selection, perhaps?
- The answer is Decaf (5 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Midi on March 30, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to After-dinner coffee selection, perhaps have?
- The answer has 5 letters: Decaf.
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