“Italian apology” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SCUSE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Italian apology”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 21, 2026, where it runs at 1 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
Jan 21, 2026 grid1APracticed pitches6 ltrs›14ALee has a hot bowl of ___ to start off his day6 ltrs›16AEnemy of the Avengers6 ltrs›18AIn need of a massage, say4 ltrs›22ALike the study of the kabbalah8 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jan 21, 20267AWhat arms might do on a final gym rep7 ltrs›15ALee has a hot bowl of ___ to start off his day7 ltrs›17AOnes with the munchies, maybe8 ltrs›19ALike those local to Universal Studios Japan6 ltrs›21AHide one's roots, perhaps3 ltrs›24ADrill insert3 ltrs›26APolarizing punctuation choice11 ltrs›31ABracket-busting wins in March Madness6 ltrs›
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