Bone that squeaks, maybe
Published by Naitik Mehta · April 1, 2026
Stuck on the clue Bone that squeaks, maybe from the New York Times Daily for April 1, 2026? We have the correct 6-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
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Bone that squeaks, maybe (6)
Answer
The answer to Bone that squeaks, maybe is Dog Toy (6 letters).
Why does Dog Toy fit this clue?
This clue uses a playful misdirection where 'Bone that squeaks, maybe' points to DOG TOY through wordplay rather than anatomy. A dog toy is a manufactured object designed for canine entertainment and exercise. Many dog toys are shaped like bones and contain squeakers that make noise when bitten or compressed. The clue works by describing a common type of dog toy (bone-shaped, squeaky) without directly naming the category, letting solvers connect the dots from the physical description to the object itself.
What does Bone that squeaks, maybe mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
bone
noun
•hard tissue forming the skeleton of vertebrates
•dried remains of dead animals
squeaks
verb
•makes a short high-pitched sound or cry
maybe
adverb
•perhaps; possibly
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 22-across in the New York Times Daily on April 1, 2026, by Jess Shulman and Amie Walker, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Dog Toy mean?
noun
•a plaything designed for dogs, often made with squeakers inside that make noise when bitten or compressed
How to use Dog Toy in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Dog Toy.
•“The rubber bone was Max's favorite dog toy because it made a loud squeaking sound every time he bit down on it.”
•“Sarah picked up a new dog toy from the pet store to keep her puppy entertained while she was at work.”
•“After just one week, the aggressive chewer had completely destroyed his latest dog toy, leaving only small pieces of fabric scattered across the living room floor.”
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- What is the answer to Bone that squeaks, maybe?
- The answer is Dog Toy (6 letters).
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- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on April 1, 2026.
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- The answer has 6 letters: Dog Toy.
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