“Pimples” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ACNE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Pimples”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 24, 2025, where it runs at 12 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 2 times in NYT puzzles, first on December 24, 2025.
Crossing entries
Dec 24, 2025 grid10AIndicator of an important email4 ltrs›16APredator in a pod4 ltrs›17ASalad topping that's actually from America and is rarely consumed in its namesake land15 ltrs›22A"Shucks, you're too kind"5 ltrs›
Every appearance
2 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Feb 9, 2026NYT Crossword63 Across••••ACNEDec 24, 2025NYT Crossword12 Down••••ACNEOther answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index••••ACNE4 ltrs
•••••SPOTS5 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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