“Downright unpleasant” crossword clue
Answer
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Y
•••••NASTY
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.NASTY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Downright unpleasant”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 18, 2026, where it runs at 15 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
Aug 18, 2026 grid5DInternational aid org.6 ltrs›6DCloth covered in dust, say3 ltrs›7D"… or so"3 ltrs›8DLead-in to "boy!" or "girl!"4 ltrs›9DMadness8 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 18, 20261AAssistance4 ltrs›5ADickens villain ___ Heep5 ltrs›10ABears' lairs4 ltrs›14APlant with many topical uses4 ltrs›16AMeaning of "vidi," in Caesar's boast4 ltrs›17AClassic Beethoven piano piece15 ltrs›20AFed. agency overseeing the stock market3 ltrs›21ATo blame7 ltrs›
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