Crossword clue
“"This means ___!"”
This clue appeared as 38-Down in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
WARLetters3
Starts withW
Ends withR
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “"This means ___!"” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 22, 2026 as 38-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with W and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “"This means ___!"” clue?+
The answer is WAR (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 22, 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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