Crossword clue
“Fried cornbread concoctions”
This clue appeared as 5-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 26, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
HOECAKESLetters8
Starts withH
Ends withS
Vowels4
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About this clue
The clue “Fried cornbread concoctions” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 26, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with H and ends with S, 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 “Fried cornbread concoctions” clue?+
The answer is HOECAKES (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 26, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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