Injure
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
Stuck on the clue Injure from the New York Times Midi for March 30, 2026? We have the correct 5-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
Injure (5)
Answer
The answer to Injure is Wound (5 letters).
Why does Wound fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Injure' points straight to WOUND as a verb meaning to inflict physical harm or damage to someone's body. A wound can be caused by cuts, punctures, burns, or blunt force, and the verb form describes the act of creating such an injury. The word comes from Old English 'wund' and has maintained its core meaning across centuries, making it one of the most fundamental terms for bodily harm in English.
What does Injure mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definition below.
injure
verb
•to cause physical harm or damage to someone or something
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 1-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 Wound mean?
noun
•An injury, such as a cut, stab, or tear, to a (usually external) part of the body.
•A hurt to a person's feelings, reputation, prospects, etc.
verb
•To hurt or injure (someone) by cutting, piercing, or tearing the skin.
•To hurt (a person's feelings).
•To blow air through a wind instrument or horn to make a sound.
•To cause (someone) to become breathless, as by a blow to the abdomen, or by physical exertion, running, etc.
•To turn coils of (a cord or something similar) around something.
•To tighten the spring of a clockwork mechanism such as that of a clock.
Origin of the word Wound
•origin: Old English 'wund'
•period: before 12th century
The word is related to Old Norse 'und' meaning wound and shares roots with the German 'Wunde', all stemming from a Proto-Germanic word that originally meant 'to strike' or 'to hit.'
How to use Wound in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Wound.
•“The soldier was careful not to wound any civilians during the rescue mission.”
•“The deep wound on his arm required several stitches to heal properly.”
•“Her harsh words managed to wound his pride more than any physical injury could.”
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- What is the answer to Injure?
- The answer is Wound (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 Injure have?
- The answer has 5 letters: Wound.
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