Vexation for a storied princess NYT Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? P
2 ? E
3 ? A
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      Hint 1

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      Think of something small but mighty enough to disrupt royal rest.

      Hint 2

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      A small round green seed that is commonly eaten as a vegetable.

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      The clue refers to the fairy tale 'The Princess and the ???,' where a princess is disturbed by a small ??? placed under many mattresses. The word 'vexation' suggests something that causes discomfort or annoyance, which in this story is the ???.

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      Wasabi-coated tidbit, maybe, Pod tidbit, Edible seed, Vegetable in a samosa, Stew morsel

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “Vexation for a storied princess” in the New York Times puzzle September 1 2025 is PEA. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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