NYT Mini Crossword · 8 Across
“Irritatingly self-important” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Mini Crossword for Saturday, August 9, 2025 as 8 Across. The answer has 7 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 Mini · Saturday, August 9, 2025 · 8 Across
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Irritatingly self-important”?
The answer has 7 letters. It starts with P and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Irritatingly self-important” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Mini Crossword on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 8 Across.
What is the answer to the “Irritatingly self-important” crossword clue?
The answer is POMPOUS (7 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.