“Fruit that makes your lips pucker” crossword clue
Answer
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.LEMON is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Fruit that makes your lips pucker”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 25, 2026, where it runs at 19 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
May 25, 2026 grid9DFrothy drink often served with boba7 ltrs›10DA ladybug landing on you is considered a good one4 ltrs›11DOpposite of wild4 ltrs›12DAlter ___ (other selves)4 ltrs›13DCamera shop purchase4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
May 25, 20261AJokes (around)4 ltrs›5ANot very spicy4 ltrs›9ASuper 8 or Red Roof Inn5 ltrs›14APaper cut?4 ltrs›15ABig name in laptops4 ltrs›16APublic relations concern5 ltrs›17ASteamy segment in a movie9 ltrs›20ATennis skirt feature5 ltrs›
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