Shrub that sounds regretful NYT Crossword Clue
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explanationNYT Crossword December 24 2025 Answers
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "Shrub that sounds regretful" is RUE.
The clue uses a homophone, where 'rue' sounds like 'rue' meaning to regret. Additionally, 'rue' is also a type of shrub, making it fit both parts of the clue.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 24, 2025.
Rue is a type of evergreen shrub with bitter leaves, often used in herbal medicine.
For repentance some feel, Feel remorse for, Narrator on "Euphoria", Feel sorry about, Wish undone
The answer to “Shrub that sounds regretful” in the New York Times puzzle December 24 2025 is RUE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.
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