Transform gradually
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 16, 2026
Stuck on the clue Transform gradually from the New York Times Mini for March 16, 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
Transform gradually (5)
Answer
The answer to Transform gradually is Morph (5 letters).
Why does Morph fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Transform gradually' points to MORPH, a verb meaning to change form or character gradually and smoothly. To morph is to undergo a transformation that happens in stages rather than all at once, like how a caterpillar morphs into a butterfly through metamorphosis. The word comes from the Greek 'morphe' meaning form or shape, and it entered popular usage through computer graphics where one image gradually transforms into another through digital morphing techniques.
What does Transform gradually mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
transform
verb
•to change in form, appearance, or structure
gradually
adverb
•happening slowly over time, step by step
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 1-down in the New York Times Mini on March 16, 2026, by Tracy Bennett, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Morph mean?
verb
•to change or transform gradually from one form, shape, or state into another
How to use Morph in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Morph.
•“The caterpillar will morph into a butterfly over the course of several weeks.”
•“The small startup began to morph into a major corporation as it expanded internationally.”
•“In the movie, the alien could morph its appearance to look like any human it encountered.”
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The New York Times Mini for March 16, 2026 was published by Tracy Bennett 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 Transform gradually?
- The answer is Morph (5 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 16, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Transform gradually have?
- The answer has 5 letters: Morph.
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