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__-in-cheek (not serious) Crossword Clue Answer

Looking for __-in-cheek (not serious)? This 6-letter clue recently appeared in the Newsday June 4, 2025 puzzle. Find the answer below to complete your crossword.

__-in-cheek (not serious) Crossword Answer

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__-in-cheek (not serious) Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 6-letter answer to "__-in-cheek (not serious)" crossword clue?

The answer to the "__-in-cheek (not serious)" crossword clue is TONGUE. This answer contains 6 letters and was confirmed in the Newsday puzzle.

Which crossword used "__-in-cheek (not serious)" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Newsday puzzle on June 4, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What is the meaning of TONGUE?

The word TONGUE means: articulate by tonguing, as when playing wind instruments. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "__-in-cheek (not serious)".