“Say but not really mean” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MOUTH is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Say but not really mean”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 9, 2025, where it runs at 19 Across 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
Aug 9, 2025 grid1D"Really, now!"6 ltrs›2DActress Lombard of classic Hollywood6 ltrs›3D"Above the ___, as high as heaven itself?": Shak.6 ltrs›4DEjects5 ltrs›5DVillainous group of science fiction4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 9, 20251AApproach boldly6 ltrs›7AWord with fixed or net6 ltrs›13APurple-hatted Nintendo character7 ltrs›15AMildew, e.g.6 ltrs›16ALittle Italian toasts8 ltrs›18AOne choice at a dry cleaner6 ltrs›20AEnglish town known for its mineral water5 ltrs›22AHistorical event that acquired its name almost two decades after it ended, in brief3 ltrs›
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