Crossword clue

“Targets of some kisses”

This clue appeared as 9-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
OWIES
Letters5
Starts withO
Ends withS
Vowels3

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
Mar 28, 20265 letters→

About this clue

The clue “Targets of some kisses” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 28, 2026 as 9-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with O and ends with S, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Targets of some kisses” clue?+

The answer is OWIES (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 28, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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