Crossword clue
“Shoot the breeze”
This clue appeared as 24-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 14, 2026. The answer has 11 letters.
Answer · 11 lettersSeen 2 times
CONFABULATELetters11
Starts withC
Ends withE
Vowels5
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| CHAT | 4 | 1 of 2 |
| CONFABULATE | 11 | 1 of 2 |
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About this clue
The clue “Shoot the breeze” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 14, 2026 as 24-Down. Its answer is a 11-letter word that starts with C and ends with E, with 5 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Shoot the breeze” clue?+
The answer is CONFABULATE (11 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 14, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on August 14, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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