Crossword clue

“Make up for past transgressions”

This clue appeared as 22-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, June 15, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ATONE
Letters5
Starts withA
Ends withE
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jun 15, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Make up for past transgressions” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 15, 2026 as 22-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with E, 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 “Make up for past transgressions” clue?+

The answer is ATONE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 15, 2026.

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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