NYT Midi Crossword · 22 Down
“Pompous sort” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Midi Crossword for Sunday, August 9, 2026 as 22 Down. The answer has 3 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Midi · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 22 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Pompous sort”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with A and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Pompous sort” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Midi Crossword on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at 22 Down.
What is the answer to the “Pompous sort” crossword clue?
The answer is ASS (3 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.