Crossword clue
“___ mess (traditional English dessert)”
This clue appeared as 66-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
ETONLetters4
Starts withE
Ends withN
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “___ mess (traditional English dessert)” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 3, 2026 as 66-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with E and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “___ mess (traditional English dessert)” clue?+
The answer is ETON (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 3, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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