Stage character who says “How sharper than a serpent’s tooth it is / To have a thankless child!” NYT Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: OCT 3, 2025 Follow on Google

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Q1.

What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "Stage character who says "How sharper than a serpent's tooth it is / To have a thankless child!""?

The most common and recent 4-letter answer for "Stage character who says "How sharper than a serpent's tooth it is / To have a thankless child!"" is LEAR.

Q2.

Why is "LEAR" the answer to the clue "Stage character who says "How sharper than a serpent's tooth it is / To have a thankless child!""?

The clue references a line from William Shakespeare's play 'King Lear.' In the play, King Lear laments the ingratitude of his daughters with the quoted line, making 'Lear' the correct answer.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "Stage character who says "How sharper than a serpent's tooth it is / To have a thankless child!"" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on October 03, 2025.

Q4.

What does the word "LEAR" mean in this context?

Lear is a tragic king in Shakespeare's play, known for his descent into madness after being betrayed by his daughters.

Q5.

What are some other crossword clues that share the same answer?

Shakespearean father of three, King ___, Titular Shakespearean king, Shakespeare king with three daughters, Tragic king

The answer to “Stage character who says “How sharper than a serpent’s tooth it is / To have a thankless child!”” in the New York Times puzzle October 3 2025 is LEAR. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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