Spicy thing that will embarrass a footballer? Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% NUTMEG Spicy thing that will embarrass a footballer? (6) The Telegraph Toughie Jun 29, 2016
6% MILD Not at all spicy (4) Commuter Mar 9, 2026
6% RED Shade of embarrassment (3) New York Times Midi Mar 4, 2026
6% ABASH Fluster with embarrassment (5) New York Times Feb 17, 2026
6% HOT Spicy (3) New York Times Dec 5, 2025
5% HONEY Hot ___ (sweet-and-spicy condiment) (5) The Atlantic Mar 10, 2026
5% TUNAROLLS Sushi orders that may be spicy (9) USA Today Mar 8, 2026
5% KELCE Football's Travis (5) Thomas Joseph Mar 6, 2026
5% TAKIS Spicy chip brand (5) New York Times Mar 4, 2026
5% PASS Football throw (4) Newsday Mar 3, 2026

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