“Puts through a harsh initiation” crossword clue
Answer
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•••••HAZES
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.HAZES is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Puts through a harsh initiation”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 28, 2026, where it runs at 52 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
Jul 28, 2026 grid51A___ Taco (ice cream treat)5 ltrs›55ABubble tea bubbles6 ltrs›58ASee 17-Across10 ltrs›63ASpot to huddle under during a rainstorm4 ltrs›66AIditarod conveyance4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 28, 20261AInsolence4 ltrs›5AScott ___, author of "Island of the Blue Dolphins"5 ltrs›10ABe in need of ibuprofen, say4 ltrs›14AWord with cap or socks4 ltrs›15ADiet that eschews processed food5 ltrs›16AIn a minute4 ltrs›17AWith 58-Across, dad-joke response to the answers for each of this puzzle's starred clues10 ltrs›19AMassage gun target4 ltrs›
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