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Buffoon. Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Buffoon featured in Newsday puzzle on February 20, 2026. We have found 41 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 5 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is DUNCE.
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Crossword Answer For Buffoon:
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25 Potential Answers:
| Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUNCE Buffoon | (5) | Newsday | Feb 20, 2026 |
| ASS Buffoon | (3) | New York Times | Feb 19, 2026 |
| OAF Buffoon | (3) | LA Times Daily | Feb 9, 2026 |
| CHUMP Buffoon | (5) | The Telegraph Mini | Jul 4, 2025 |
| CLOWN Buffoon (5) | (5) | Puzzler | Apr 18, 2025 |
| TWIT Buffoon | (4) | The Telegraph Quick | Mar 22, 2025 |
| BOZO Buffoon | (4) | Newsday | Sep 29, 2024 |
| DOLT Buffoon | (4) | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | Jun 14, 2024 |
| IDIOT Buffoon | (5) | New York Times | Jul 25, 2021 |
| PLANCK Buffoon | (6) | New York Times | May 6, 2020 |
16 Similar Clues:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39% | CLODS Buffoons | (5) | New York Times | Jan 13, 2026 |
| 37% | FOOLS Buffoons | (5) | The Times Concise | Sep 18, 2025 |
| 37% | IDIOTS Buffoons | (6) | Eugene Sheffer | Feb 8, 2022 |
| 37% | OXES Buffoons | (4) | Newsday | May 25, 2019 |
| 37% | BOZOS Buffoons | (5) | LA Times Daily | Nov 9, 2016 |
| 37% | STOOGES Buffoons | (7) | ||
| 37% | CLOWNAROUND *Be the buffoon | (11) | ||
| 37% | ZANIES Buffoons | (6) | ||
| 37% | CLOWNS Buffoons | (6) | ||
| 37% | TWITS Buffoons | (5) |
Clues for The Newsday Puzzle on February 20, 2026
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In the world of crosswords, "Buffoon" is a clue that hints at a simple, clumsy, or foolish person. The answer "OAF" fits perfectly, as it refers to someone who lacks social grace or intelligence. It's a term that has been used for centuries to playfully describe someone who may be a bit bumbling or awkward.