“Extra hot” crossword clue
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•••••IRATE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.IRATE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Extra hot”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 9, 2026, where it runs at 7 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.
Crossing entries
May 9, 2026 grid1AGold meddlers?10 ltrs›15AYou or me, e.g.10 ltrs›17AExclamation of surprise from a host10 ltrs›20APerspective4 ltrs›22AReached new heights4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 9, 202611AOne making calls on the fly?4 ltrs›16A___ paratha (potato-filled flatbread)4 ltrs›18APlace for a post4 ltrs›19ADr. J, for all of his N.B.A. career5 ltrs›21AHusky hellos?4 ltrs›24ALow-level clouds6 ltrs›26ACentral Plains nation governed by the Nasharo Council6 ltrs›30AStorage unit4 ltrs›
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