Crossword clue
“Irritate”
This clue appeared as 17-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CHAFELetters5
Starts withC
Ends withE
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Irritate” ran in the NYT Crossword on December 14, 2025 as 17-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with E.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Irritate” clue?+
The answer is CHAFE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of December 14, 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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