Crossword clue
“Leave red-faced”
This clue appeared as 96-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 16, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
ABASHLetters5
Starts withA
Ends withH
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Leave red-faced” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 16, 2025 as 96-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with A and ends with H.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Leave red-faced” clue?+
The answer is ABASH (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 16, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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