NYT Crossword · 59 Down
“Like a shrinking violet” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Monday, July 6, 2026 as 59 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 Crossword · Monday, July 6, 2026 · 59 Down
This clue has had more than one answer
- Jul 6, 2026 · 59 Down · 3 letters
- Aug 5, 2020 · 64 Across · 4 letters
- Sep 30, 2015 · 69 Across · 3 letters
- Aug 5, 2014 · 63 Down · 3 letters
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Frequently asked questions
How many letters is the answer to “Like a shrinking violet”?
The answer has 3 letters. It starts with S and ends with Y, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Like a shrinking violet” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 59 Down. It has appeared 4 times in the NYT Crossword since we started our archive.
What is the answer to the “Like a shrinking violet” crossword clue?
It has had different answers on different days; the latest is SHY. The answer section above lists each day with its answer.