"Hmm, why use the spellings of 17-, 27- and 46-Across?" Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “"Hmm, why use the spellings of 17-, 27- and 46-Across?"” from the New York Times crossword of May 12, 2026? It has 15 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

Crossword answer

NEW YORK TIMES, MAY 12, 2026

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What is the answer to “"Hmm, why use the spellings of 17-, 27- and 46-Across?"”?

OHYOUAREBRITISH, 15 letters.

When was “"Hmm, why use the spellings of 17-, 27- and 46-Across?"” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of May 12, 2026.

How many letters does the answer have?

15 letters, starting with O.