Pungent Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Thursday, April 9, 2026 · 15-Across
Appeared in 7 New York Times Crosswords between September 1995 and April 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · April 9, 2026 · 15-Across · 5 letters
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strong and sharp;"the pungent taste of radishes"; "the acrid smell of burning rubber"
adjective
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5 lettersUse ? for blanks. Example: C?S?O?
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- Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, December 26, 2004.TANGY5 lettersanswer page
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