Crossword clue

“Author Silverstein”

This clue appeared as 7-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersSeen 2 times
SHEL
Letters4
Starts withS
Ends withL
Vowels1

Where this clue has appeared

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About this clue

The clue “Author Silverstein” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 22, 2026 as 7-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with S and ends with L.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Author Silverstein” clue?+

The answer is SHEL (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 22, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on August 22, 2026.

How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+

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