Crossword clue
“Verbal hesitations”
This clue appeared as 26-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersSeen 3 times
ERSLetters3
Starts withE
Ends withS
Vowels1
Other possible answers
| Answer | Letters | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| ERS | 3 | 1 of 3 |
| UHS | 3 | 1 of 3 |
| UMS | 3 | 1 of 3 |
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Verbal hesitations” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 19, 2026 as 26-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with E and ends with S.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Verbal hesitations” clue?+
The answer is ERS (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 19, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 3 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on August 19, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
Open the full list of answers for August 19, 2026, or browse every date on the NYT Crossword hub.