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Response to a series of complaints ... that also jokingly applies to 17-, 27- and 47-Across NYT Crossword Clue

59A | 15 letters

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For the clue: Response to a series of complaints ... that also jokingly applies to 17-, 27- and 47-Across, first identify whether the wording is direct, referential, abbreviated, or playful. This one is best treated as a direct clue.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 15-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
At 15 letters, this is a longer entry; look for phrase structure as well as a direct definition.
This clue appears at 59A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

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SOMEBODYSCRANKY

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Why This Answer Fits

SOMEBODYSCRANKY is the 15-letter answer for the clue: Response to a series of complaints ... that also jokingly applies to 17-, 27- and 47-Across. The clue works as a direct definition or close paraphrase of the answer. In this NYT Crossword, it appears at 59A, so the crossing entries help verify the exact spelling.

Grid entry: SOMEBODYSCRANKY in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
SOMEBODYSCRANKY has 15 letters, matching the required slot for 59A.

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Position 59A

Answer length 15

Puzzle type Daily

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Clue History

June 15, 2026 Daily / 59A / 15 letters

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