Crossword clue

“Flinches in response to”

This clue appeared as 42-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The answer has 8 letters.

Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
WINCESAT
Letters8
Starts withW
Ends withT
Vowels3

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About this clue

The clue “Flinches in response to” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 20, 2025 as 42-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with W 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 “Flinches in response to” clue?+

The answer is WINCESAT (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 20, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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