Pencil in a cosmetics bag
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 10, 2026
Stuck on the clue Pencil in a cosmetics bag from the New York Times Mini for March 10, 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
Pencil in a cosmetics bag (5)
Answer
The answer to Pencil in a cosmetics bag is Eye Liner (5 letters).
What does Pencil in a cosmetics bag mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
pencil
noun
•a thin cylindrical writing or drawing instrument
•in cosmetics, a stick-shaped makeup tool for precise application
cosmetics
noun
•makeup and beauty products used to enhance appearance
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 6-across in the New York Times Mini on March 10, 2026, by Christina Iverson, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Eye Liner mean?
noun
•a cosmetic pencil or liquid used to draw lines around the eyes to define and accentuate their shape
How to use Eye Liner in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Eye Liner.
•“She rummaged through her cosmetics bag looking for her favorite black eye liner pencil.”
•“The makeup artist applied winged eye liner to create a dramatic look for the photoshoot.”
•“After her eye liner smudged in the rain, she had to touch up her makeup in the bathroom mirror.”
What are other crossword clues for Eye Liner?
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The New York Times Mini for March 10, 2026 was published by Christina Iverson and has 10 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
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- What is the answer to Pencil in a cosmetics bag?
- The answer is Eye Liner (5 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 10, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Pencil in a cosmetics bag have?
- The answer has 5 letters: Eye Liner.
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Puzzle
NYT Mini — Mar 10, 2026
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editor
Joel Fagliano
date
position
6 Across
answer length
5 letters