Showers affection (on) Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Thursday, January 29, 2026 · 49-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 29, 2026 · 49-Down · 5 letters
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shower with love; show excessive affection for; "Grandmother dotes on her the twins"
verb
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