Mournful cries NYT Crossword Clue

By Date: DEC 16, 2025 Follow on Google

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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Mournful cries" is WAILS.

The word 'wails' refers to loud, mournful cries or laments, often associated with grief or distress. The clue directly points to these types of cries, making 'wails' the appropriate answer.

This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 16, 2025.

Wails are long, high-pitched cries expressing grief or pain.

Cries, Howls in grief, Blows a mean horn, Cries plaintively

The answer to “Mournful cries” in the New York Times puzzle December 16 2025 is WAILS. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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