“It may be bitter” crossword clue
Answer
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•••ALE
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ALE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “It may be bitter”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 1, 2026, where it runs at 22 Across and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.
Crossing entries
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