“Word that comes from the Japanese for "picture" + "character"” crossword clue
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•••••EMOJI
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EMOJI is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Word that comes from the Japanese for "picture" + "character"”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 7, 2026, where it runs at 21 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
Mar 7, 2026 grid10DThrows spray, in surfer lingo6 ltrs›11DBand4 ltrs›12DWhat's lacking in a crowded elevator9 ltrs›13DEstablishments where smoking is allowed9 ltrs›14DReply while fighting for the check9 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Mar 7, 20261AOne who makes a living from fish9 ltrs›10ATaxing, as a test5 ltrs›15AScreen grab?9 ltrs›16APrefix with -centric5 ltrs›17ALike the crescendo in Ravel's "Boléro"9 ltrs›18APrayer presenter5 ltrs›19AWhat travellers typically have in America?4 ltrs›20AFlash4 ltrs›
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