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"That hurts!"

Crossword clue · 3 known answers · 12 appearances · Last seen in the New York Times crossword on November 15, 2025
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YOW
3 letters · New York Times, November 15, 2025 · Every clue for YOW
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AnswerLettersLast puzzleLast seen
YOW3New York TimesNov 15, 2025
YOWIE5New York TimesAug 18, 2025
OUCH4NewsdayApr 28, 2025

Every appearance (12)

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AnswerLettersPuzzleDate
YOW3New York TimesNov 15, 2025
YOWIE5New York TimesAug 18, 2025
OUCH4NewsdayApr 28, 2025
OUCH4NewsdayFeb 26, 2025
OUCH4Daily ThemedNov 24, 2024
OUCH4Daily ThemedSep 25, 2024
YOW3Eugene ShefferMar 12, 2024
YOW3Eugene ShefferJan 27, 2024
OUCH4Daily ThemedOct 15, 2022
OUCH4Daily ThemedJun 26, 2021
YOW3Eugene ShefferOct 22, 2020
YOW3Eugene ShefferMar 16, 2020

About this clue

The clue “"That hurts!"” has appeared 12 times in our database with 3 different answers, so count the squares in your grid and check the crossings before you commit. Most recently it ran in the New York Times crossword on November 15, 2025, where the answer was YOW.

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Other clues whose answer is YOW
"That's gotta hurt!" "Hurtful!" Reply to "I'm sure they'll be fine without you," perhaps "That's gonna sting!" Pained cry It hurts to make contact when short of time (4) Cry of pain (4) Reaction after hitting your elbow It hurts to caress when scratching head (4) Expression of pain (4) Sound of distress Opposite of "That's clever!"