“Corkscrew-shaped pasta” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ROTINI is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Corkscrew-shaped pasta”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 4, 2025, where it runs at 24 Across and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 3 times in NYT puzzles, first on June 4, 2025.
Crossing entries
Jun 4, 2025 grid1DUnforgettable place?5 ltrs›2DBit of color5 ltrs›3DSeals the deal, informally6 ltrs›14DCracked, as a door4 ltrs›18DPastor's flock5 ltrs›25DActress Vardalos3 ltrs›
Every appearance
3 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Jul 22, 2026NYT Crossword2 Down••••••ROTINIMar 9, 2026NYT Crossword29 Down••••••ROTINIJun 4, 2025NYT Crossword24 Across••••••ROTINIBack to the full Jun 4, 2025 answer list, or browse the puzzle archive.