“Excites … or annoys” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.PIQUES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Excites … or annoys”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 16, 2025, where it runs at 2 Down 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.