“Small bug with a strong-sounding name” crossword clue
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Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.MITE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Small bug with a strong-sounding name”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 26, 2026, where it runs at 38 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.
Crossing entries
Aug 26, 2026 grid35ASweet popcorn coating (4x)13 ltrs›41ARoman author of "Metamorphoses"4 ltrs›45ATech review site4 ltrs›48ABundles in a stationery shop5 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Aug 26, 20261AModern lead-in to quit or bait4 ltrs›5AHeat source for many hydrothermal vents5 ltrs›10AAct all teenagerly, say4 ltrs›14A[I have something to say ...]4 ltrs›15AHe has the weight of the world on his shoulders5 ltrs›16ARiver by the Royal Shakespeare Theatre4 ltrs›17AEnhancing "blemish" (3x)10 ltrs›19ARip apart4 ltrs›
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