“Softened” crossword clue
Answer
E
A
S
E
D
•••••EASED
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EASED is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Softened”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 24, 2025, where it runs at 65 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
Jul 24, 2025 grid43DSkin condition that causes facial flushing7 ltrs›47DTies another knot, so to speak6 ltrs›56DLast word in the first line of "Home on the Range"4 ltrs›57DOne tablespoon, maybe4 ltrs›62DWrite3 ltrs›
Other answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index•••••EASED5 ltrs
••••••••RELENTED8 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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