“Wreak ___ (cause chaos)” crossword clue
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•••••HAVOC
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.HAVOC is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Wreak ___ (cause chaos)”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 22, 2025, where it runs at 55 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 22, 2025 grid8DEnjoys immensely14 ltrs›46DIvory or Dove4 ltrs›50DThe items over there5 ltrs›56DFather of Thor in both myth and the Marvel Universe4 ltrs›57DJust adorable4 ltrs›
More clues from this puzzle
Jul 22, 20251ASomeone getting the red-carpet treatment, in brief3 ltrs›4ALather on a latte4 ltrs›8AChew (on)4 ltrs›12APurple smoothie berry4 ltrs›14AUtah ski resort4 ltrs›15ADirection when things go bad5 ltrs›16ABig ask ... or a hint to this puzzle's shaded squares?9 ltrs›18ABlack tea variety5 ltrs›
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