Crossword hints & answer
Sunday, July 5 · Every clue and answer for today's Crossword (#186) — hints first, then the full key.
Hints
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Hint 1+
There are 6 clues in today's Crossword.
Hint 2+
“Yellow citrus fruit” starts with “L” (5 letters).
Hint 3+
“Frozen water cubes” starts with “I” (3 letters).
Hint 4+
“Not sweet, like a lemon” starts with “S” (4 letters).
Hint 5+
The answers interlock — a tricky clue often cracks once a crossing letter is in.
The answer
Today's Crossword answers: LEMON, ICE, SOUR, SUGAR, SWING, STRAW.
Show the answer →Today’s answer
| Clue | Answer |
|---|---|
| Yellow citrus fruit | LEMON |
| Frozen water cubes | ICE |
| Not sweet, like a lemon | SOUR |
| Sweetener spooned in | SUGAR |
| Porch seat that sways | SWING |
| Sip through it | STRAW |
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What is today's Crossword answer?+
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