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Willfully causing pain – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “Willfully causing pain” is CRUEL (5 letters). Most recently CRUEL, in the NYT Mini on January 12, 2026.

AnswerLettersPattern
CRUEL5C____

What CRUEL means

  1. adjective(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
January 12, 2026NYT Mini 2DCRUEL

Other clues for CRUEL

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FAQ

What is the answer to “Willfully causing pain”?

CRUEL (5 letters). Most recently CRUEL, on January 12, 2026 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “Willfully causing pain”?

5 letters, starting with C (C____).