Crossword clue
“Purportedly calming compound in some gummies, in brief”
This clue appeared as 87-Down in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
CBDLetters3
Starts withC
Ends withD
Vowels0
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Purportedly calming compound in some gummies, in brief” ran in the NYT Crossword on September 27, 2026 as 87-Down. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with C and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Purportedly calming compound in some gummies, in brief” clue?+
The answer is CBD (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of September 27, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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