Crossword answer
PENCILSHARPENER
15 letters · Used for 2 different clues · 2 appearances · Last seen New York Times, June 15, 2026
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PENCILSHARPENER
Clues that lead to PENCILSHARPENER
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PENCILSHARPENER is a 15-letter answer that has appeared 2 times in our database across 2 different clues. It was most recently the answer to “Device that helps you make a point in class?” in the New York Times crossword on June 15, 2026.
Other 15-letter answers
FIFTYFIRSTSTATELIST, say, how Trump sees Canada? (5-5,5)
ONSPEAKINGTERMSQuite friendly person playing with mates, man paying a visit (2,8,5)
GRILLEDEGGPLANTCharred vegetable often paired with tahini
SOLARBRILLIANCEIntense sunlight
MARSHMALLOWPEEPEaster basket treat
HITSFORTHECYCLEGets a single, double, triple, and home run in one game
HELLORHIGHWATERAny foreseeable difficulty ... with a hint to 17-, 25-, 50- and 60-Across
AGAINSTTHEGRAINContrary to inclination, objecting to Scotch? (7,3,5)
INTHEFIRSTPLACEPin left with shirt worried one initially
INCONSEQUENTIAL...petty after cheat ordered
USHERSINANEWERASignals profound change
LIKERIDINGABIKEUnforgettable, in a way
DIDALITTLEDANCECelebrated, perhaps
HALLOFRESIDENCEChildren see foal wandering from student accommodation
Every appearance of PENCILSHARPENER (2)
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Jun 15, 2026
Device that helps you make a point in class? · New York Times · 17 Across
Jan 22, 2024
Writer having stiff drink - it helps one get to the point · The Independent · 22 Across