[womp, womp] NYT Crossword Clue

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Crossword Answer

1 ? S
2 ? A
3 ? D
4 ? T
5 ? R
6 ? O
7 ? M
8 ? B
9 ? O
10 ? N
11 ? E
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      Hint 1

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      Think of the sound that accompanies a comedic letdown or a cartoonish misstep.

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      A '???????????' is a sound effect made by a trombone to indicate disappointment or failure, often used for comedic effect.

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      The clue '[womp, womp]' refers to the sound often used in comedic contexts to indicate disappointment or failure, famously mimicked by a trombone playing a descending note. '???????????' is the colloquial term for this sound effect, often used in humorous or ironic situations.

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “[womp, womp]” in the New York Times puzzle December 20 2025 is SADTROMBONE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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