“Awkward messages to receive in a public setting” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SEXTS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Awkward messages to receive in a public setting”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 15, 2025, where it runs at 4 Down 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.