“Ashen-faced” crossword clue
Answer
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••••PALE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.PALE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Ashen-faced”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 22, 2025, where it runs at 3 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
Jul 22, 2025 grid1ASomeone getting the red-carpet treatment, in brief3 ltrs›12APurple smoothie berry4 ltrs›16ABig ask ... or a hint to this puzzle's shaded squares?9 ltrs›19AUltra-vibrant colors5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 22, 20254ALather on a latte4 ltrs›8AChew (on)4 ltrs›14AUtah ski resort4 ltrs›15ADirection when things go bad5 ltrs›18ABlack tea variety5 ltrs›20A"Come again??," casually7 ltrs›22AIn competition (for)5 ltrs›25AInits. of the first female presidential candidate for a major party3 ltrs›
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