Crossword clue

“Wiseacre”

This clue appeared as 41-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 31, 2026. The answer has 11 letters.

Answer · 11 lettersFirst appearance
SMARTYPANTS
Letters11
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Jul 31, 202611 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Wiseacre” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 31, 2026 as 41-Across. Its answer is a 11-letter word that starts with S and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Wiseacre” clue?+

The answer is SMARTYPANTS (11 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 31, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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