Crossword clue

“Puzzle”

This clue appeared as 4-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 21, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ADDLE
Letters5
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Aug 21, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Puzzle” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 21, 2026 as 4-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with E.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Puzzle” clue?+

The answer is ADDLE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 21, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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