Crossword clue
“Smooths, in a way”
This clue appeared as 13-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersSeen 2 times
SANDSLetters5
Starts withS
Ends withS
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Smooths, in a way” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 20, 2026 as 13-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with S and ends with S, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Smooths, in a way” clue?+
The answer is SANDS (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 20, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on May 20, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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