“Able to bend smoothly” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.LITHE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Able to bend smoothly”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 21, 2025, where it runs at 19 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
May 21, 2025 grid9DGoes for the expensive option, say8 ltrs›10DSticky, as a situation5 ltrs›11DNissan sedan6 ltrs›12DTry again6 ltrs›13D"That ___ ring a bell"6 ltrs›
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