Crossword clue
“Epitome of slowness”
This clue appeared as 38-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The answer has 8 letters.
Answer · 8 lettersFirst appearance
MOLASSESLetters8
Starts withM
Ends withS
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Epitome of slowness” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 20, 2026 as 38-Down. Its answer is a 8-letter word that starts with M 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 “Epitome of slowness” clue?+
The answer is MOLASSES (8 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 20, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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