Crossword clue
“Flattering”
This clue appeared as Down in the Newsday Crossword on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The answer has 9 letters.
Answer · 9 lettersFirst appearance
LAUDATORYLetters9
Starts withL
Ends withY
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Flattering” ran in the Newsday Crossword on September 5, 2026 as Down. Its answer is a 9-letter word that starts with L and ends with Y, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Flattering” clue?+
The answer is LAUDATORY (9 letters), from the Newsday Crossword of September 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the Newsday Crossword.
How do I find other Newsday Crossword answers?+
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