Crossword clue
“Excoriates”
This clue appeared as 20-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 7, 2026. The answer has 7 letters.
Answer · 7 lettersFirst appearance
RAILSATLetters7
Starts withR
Ends withT
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Excoriates” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 7, 2026 as 20-Across. Its answer is a 7-letter word that starts with R and ends with T, 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 “Excoriates” clue?+
The answer is RAILSAT (7 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 7, 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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