Jerk Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Jerk” from the New York Times crossword of July 9, 2026? It has 3 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, JULY 9, 2026

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Hints

Three clues to the answer, gentle first. Open one at a time.

Hint 1 Meaning

Hint 2 Anagram

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This clue also appeared in the New York Times on May 8, 2026, April 2, 2026, February 27, 2026, January 11, 2026, August 30, 2025.

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Questions

What is the answer to “Jerk”?

ASS, 3 letters: a hoofed mammal.

When was “Jerk” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of July 9, 2026, and 5 more times before that.

How many letters does the answer have?

3 letters, starting with A.