Massive success
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 31, 2026
Stuck on the clue Massive success from the New York Times Mini for March 31, 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
Massive success (5)
Answer
The answer to Massive success is Smash (5 letters).
Why does Smash fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Massive success' points to SMASH, a noun meaning a tremendous hit or overwhelming triumph. A smash represents something that achieves extraordinary popularity or acclaim, whether in entertainment, business, or other fields. The word captures the explosive impact of breakthrough success, suggesting something so powerful it breaks through all barriers to achieve widespread recognition and acclaim.
What does Massive success mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
massive
adjective
•extremely large in scale, amount, or degree
•impressively large or substantial
success
noun
•the accomplishment of an aim or purpose
•the attainment of popularity or profit
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 1-down in the New York Times Mini on March 31, 2026, by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Smash mean?
noun
•The sound of a violent impact; a violent striking together.
•A traffic collision.
verb
•To break (something brittle) violently.
•To be destroyed by being smashed.
Origin of the word Smash
•origin: Middle English 'smashen'
•period: 14th century
The word is likely imitative in origin, created to sound like the noise of something being broken or crushed violently.
How to use Smash in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Smash.
•“Her debut novel was an absolute smash, topping bestseller lists for months.”
•“The Broadway musical became a smash hit, selling out every show for two years straight.”
•“The new restaurant was such a smash that they had to open three more locations within six months.”
What are other crossword clues for Smash?
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The New York Times Mini for March 31, 2026 was published by Joel Fagliano and has 10 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
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Frequently asked questions about Massive success
- What is the answer to Massive success?
- The answer is Smash (5 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 31, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Massive success have?
- The answer has 5 letters: Smash.
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