Crossword clue

“Comical sorts”

This clue appeared as 47-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 28, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
RIOTS
Letters5
Starts withR
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jul 28, 20255 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Comical sorts” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 28, 2025 as 47-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with R and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Comical sorts” clue?+

The answer is RIOTS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 28, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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