Crossword clue
“Real stinkers”
This clue appeared as 27-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
SKUNKSLetters6
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Real stinkers” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 1, 2025 as 27-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with S and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Real stinkers” clue?+
The answer is SKUNKS (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 1, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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