Kiss passionately (4)

Latest answer — July 22, 2026

7 Across

This playful word describes a smooch that's a bit more than just a peck! 😘

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This clue's Wednesday, July 22, 2026 appearance

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Across

  1. 5Woman's outfit, with jacket and what Americans call pants (7,4)
  2. 7Kiss passionately (4)
  3. 8Greenhouse for fruit (8)
  4. 9Cocktail with bitters (4,3)
  5. 11Substance whose particles can move about with freedom (5)
  6. 13Hundredth of a pound (5)
  7. 14California tree (7)
  8. 16Profuse (8)
  9. 17Block - Dutch shoe (4)
  10. 18Bonn Republic (4,7)

Down

  1. 1Stink (4)
  2. 2Baltic country (7)
  3. 3Brother (5)
  4. 4Low house (8)
  5. 5Pain in joint (6,5)
  6. 6Jargon - nomenclature (11)
  7. 10Goodwill (8)
  8. 12Travel (7)
  9. 15Titter (5)
  10. 17Wheedle (4)

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 5. Woman's outfit, with jacket and what Americans call pants (7,4) — Answer: TROUSERSUIT. Hint: Think of a stylish combo often seen in professional settings! 👗
  2. 7. Kiss passionately (4) — Answer: SNOG. Hint: This playful word describes a smooch that's a bit more than just a peck! 😘
  3. 8. Greenhouse for fruit (8) — Answer: ORANGERY. Hint: Think of a sunny space where citrus trees thrive! 🍊
  4. 9. Cocktail with bitters (4,3) — Answer: PINKGIN. Hint: This refreshing drink often includes a twist of citrus! 🍋
  5. 11. Substance whose particles can move about with freedom (5) — Answer: FLUID. Hint: Think of a state of matter that flows easily! 💧
  6. 13. Hundredth of a pound (5) — Answer: PENNY. Hint: Think of the smallest coin in your wallet! 💰
  7. 14. California tree (7) — Answer: REDWOOD. Hint: This towering giant is synonymous with the Golden State! 🌲
  8. 16. Profuse (8) — Answer: ABUNDANT. Hint: Think of something that flows or exists in large quantities! 🌊
  9. 17. Block - Dutch shoe (4) — Answer: CLOG. Hint: This footwear might make a ‘clunky’ entrance! 🥾
  10. 18. Bonn Republic (4,7) — Answer: WESTGERMANY. Hint: Think of a past nation that was divided and now reunites! 🇩🇪

Down

  1. 1. Stink (4) — Answer: PONG. Hint: Sometimes the smell in the room might make you say, 'What a whiff!' 😷
  2. 2. Baltic country (7) — Answer: ESTONIA. Hint: This country is known for its beautiful old town and is one of the three Baltic states! 🇪🇪
  3. 3. Brother (5) — Answer: FRIAR. Hint: Think of a sibling who might also wear a robe and live in a community! 🙏
  4. 4. Low house (8) — Answer: BUNGALOW. Hint: Think of a cozy one-story retreat often found in warm climates! 🏡
  5. 5. Pain in joint (6,5) — Answer: TENNISELBOW. Hint: This condition is often experienced by those who swing rackets or throw balls! 🎾
  6. 6. Jargon - nomenclature (11) — Answer: TERMINOLOGY. Hint: This word describes a specialized vocabulary used in a particular field or subject! 📚
  7. 10. Goodwill (8) — Answer: KINDNESS. Hint: What you share when you're being nice to others! 😊
  8. 12. Travel (7) — Answer: VENTURE. Hint: Sometimes, taking a chance can lead to great adventures! ✈️
  9. 15. Titter (5) — Answer: LAUGH. Hint: Think of what you do when something tickles your funny bone! 😂
  10. 17. Wheedle (4) — Answer: COAX. Hint: Think of how you might persuade someone with charm and gentle words! 😉

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The answer to “Kiss passionately (4)” in the The Guardian Quick crossword is SNOG — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 22, 2026, a Wednesday puzzle, at 7-Across. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Kiss passionately (4)” answer

SNOG (4 letters)

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Why the answer is SNOG

This playful word describes a smooch that's a bit more than just a peck! 😘

When else has “Kiss passionately (4)” appeared?

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July 22, 2026 (most recent) → SNOG. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Kiss passionately (4)”?

The answer is SNOG, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 22, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Kiss passionately (4)”?

4 letters: SNOG.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 22, 2026 (a Wednesday puzzle), at 7-Across.

Can “Kiss passionately (4)” have a different answer?

Yes — The Guardian Quick sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

Where can I find the rest of this day's Guardian Quick answers?

The full grid for July 22, 2026 is on the Guardian Quick answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.

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