Crossword clue
“Flattering sort”
This clue appeared as 14-Across in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, February 8, 2025. The answer has 10 letters.
Answer · 10 lettersFirst appearance
BROWNNOSERLetters10
Starts withB
Ends withR
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Flattering sort” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 8, 2025 as 14-Across. Its answer is a 10-letter word that starts with B and ends with R, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Flattering sort” clue?+
The answer is BROWNNOSER (10 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 8, 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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