Crossword clue
“Makes a sullen face”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
POUTSLetters5
Starts withP
Ends withS
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Makes a sullen face” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 22, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Makes a sullen face” clue?+
The answer is POUTS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 22, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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