Like a smart aleck NYT Crossword Clue
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NYT Crossword September 17 2025 Answers
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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Like a smart aleck" is SASSY.
The term 'smart aleck' refers to someone who is cheeky or irreverently clever, often in a way that is seen as disrespectful or impudent. 'Sassy' is a synonym for this type of behavior, capturing the attitude of being bold and lively, often with a touch of insolence.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on September 17, 2025.
Sassy means lively, bold, and full of spirit, often with a cheeky or impudent edge.
Like the response "No need to clean my room, I did it last year!", Full of back talk, Prone to back talk, Impudent, Giving back talk
The answer to “Like a smart aleck” in the New York Times puzzle September 17 2025 is SASSY. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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