Self-congratulatory Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Thursday, June 19, 2025 · 9-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, June 19, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · June 19, 2025 · 9-Down · 4 letters
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What does this clue mean?
marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction; "a smug glow of self-congratulation"
adjective
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