Smooths, in a way Crossword Clue
Looking for the answer to “Smooths, in a way” from the New York Times crossword of May 20, 2026? It has 5 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 20, 2026
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SANDS is the answer to “Smooths, in a way”. It means to smooth by rubbing with an abrasive.
Hints
Three clues to the answer, gentle first. Open one at a time.
Hint 1 Meaning
To smooth by rubbing with an abrasive.
Hint 2 Anagram
Its letters, scrambled: ASNSD.
Hint 3 Another clue
It has also been clued as “Smooths with abrasive paper”.
Seen before
This clue also appeared in the New York Times on April 19, 2026.
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What is the answer to “Smooths, in a way”?
SANDS, 5 letters: to smooth by rubbing with an abrasive.
When was “Smooths, in a way” last seen in a crossword?
In the New York Times crossword of May 20, 2026, and 1 more time before that.
How many letters does the answer have?
5 letters, starting with S.