Clever Clue of the Month

September 2026
Clue: Ones who have trouble finishing sentences?...ESCAPEES
Constructor: Jeff Stillman; Editor: Will Shortz
NYT, Thursday, September 24, 2026

Clever Clue Nominees

Please vote for the best clue from September. The Clever Clue of the Month will be announced in a few days.

Rolled out unannounced?....................TPED
Appetite suppressant?......................SNACK
People you might have chemistry with?......CLASSMATES
French or Italian destination?.............SALADBAR
Where split decisions are made.............ICECREAMPARLORS
Ones who have trouble finishing sentences?..ESCAPEES