Silly NYT Crossword Clue

By Date: JAN 12, 2026 Follow on Google

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Answer LOOPY
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Puzzle 7 Little Words - February 26 2026
Answer INANE
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Puzzle NYT Crossword - January 12 2026
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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Silly" is INANE.

The word 'silly' is synonymous with 'inane,' both describing something lacking sense or meaning. In crossword puzzles, synonyms are often used to connect the clue to the answer.

This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on January 12, 2026.

Inane means lacking sense, significance, or ideas; silly.

Lacking sense, Absurd, Having no meaning, mindless, Hare-brained, Just silly

The answer to “Silly” in the New York Times puzzle January 12 2026 is INANE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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