NYT Crossword · 17 Down
“Caressed” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Sunday, May 3, 2026 as 17 Down. The answer has 6 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 Crossword · Sunday, May 3, 2026 · 17 Down
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- May 3, 2026 · 17 Down · 6 letters
- Jun 19, 1994 · 57 Down · 7 letters
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Across
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How many letters is the answer to “Caressed”?
The answer has 6 letters. It starts with P and ends with D, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Caressed” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 17 Down. It has appeared 2 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Caressed” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is PETTED. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.