“Reaction to an unexpected bit of humor” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPITTAKE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Reaction to an unexpected bit of humor”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 14, 2025, where it runs at 14 Across and fills 8 squares. It crosses 8 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.