Tip: Select
a length for advanced search!
| ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
| 1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
| 2 | 20% | 5 | Ones sans plus-ones? | |
| 3 | 16% | 5 | Cruel treatment | |
Cruel Ones Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 133 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SADISTS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
Check other possible answers below.
Check other possible answers below.
We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SADISTS
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
Best Possible Answers
About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SADISTS" which means:
- noun
- • Someone who obtains pleasure from inflicting pain on others
An example sentence would be:
- • "He joined a group of sadists who enjoyed inflicting pain on others."
- • "Some sadists derive satisfaction from causing emotional distress."
Users Also Searched For These Clues...
We think you're currently doing a New York Times crossword, and other users also searched for these clues:
EntertainsNoted
Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| New York Times16 Sep 1988 | Across 57 | |
This clue was last seen in the publications above.
| ||
How's It Work?
Our Data
Our database consists of millions of crossword clues, anagrams, synonyms and more. We have over 9 million crossword clues with answers, 5 million synonyms and over 10 million anagrams. We also keep track of popular crosswords such as the New York Times(NYT) with the dates and answers for your convenience.
Even if we don't have the clue in our database, we can still find the answer for you. Simply filter by number of letters and enter any characters that you know of, and our algorithm will return any matching words or phrases.
Alternatively you can use our Known Letters Finder Tool
Check out past New York Times clues and answers, or the NYT Mini Crossword
Similar Clues
| Clue | Source | |
|---|---|---|
1 | A cruel tyrant who revels in others' pain | |
2 | Cruel doctor may give continuing pain
The Guardian Cryptic -
28 Dec 2009 | The Guardian Cryptic / 28 Dec 2009 |
3 | Cruel dons trashed patriot in last resort?
The Guardian Cryptic -
13 Apr 2020 | The Guardian Cryptic / 13 Apr 2020 |
4 | Cruel or violent behavior towards others | |
5 | Don't be cruel
New York Times -
21 Dec 2002 | New York Times / 21 Dec 2002 |
6 | Ones sans plus-ones?
New York Times -
16 Sep 2023 | New York Times / 16 Sep 2023 |
7 | Simon ___ (cruel ones)
New York Times -
23 May 1976 | New York Times / 23 May 1976 |
