“Strong and lively, as language” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.PUNCHY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Strong and lively, as language”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 1, 2025, where it runs at 37 Down and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.