Crossword clue
“People you do not want to mess with”
This clue appeared as 34-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
BADASSESLetters8
Starts withB
Ends withS
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “People you do not want to mess with” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 16, 2025 as 34-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with B and ends with S, 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 “People you do not want to mess with” clue?+
The answer is BADASSES (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 16, 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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