Crossword clue

“Less merry”

This clue appeared as 55-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The answer has 6 letters.

Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
GRAVER
Letters6
Starts withG
Ends withR
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Aug 7, 20256 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Less merry” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 7, 2025 as 55-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with G and ends with R.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Less merry” clue?+

The answer is GRAVER (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 7, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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