Crossword clue

“Very strict”

This clue appeared as Across in the Newsday Crossword on Sunday, July 6, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersSeen 3 times
HARSH
Letters5
Starts withH
Ends withH
Vowels1

Other possible answers

AnswerLettersSeen
SEVERE61 of 3
STERN51 of 3
HARSH51 of 3

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About this clue

The clue “Very strict” ran in the Newsday Crossword on July 6, 2025 as Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with H and ends with H, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Very strict” clue?+

The answer is HARSH (5 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of July 6, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 3 times in the Newsday Crossword, most recently on July 6, 2025.

How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+

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