The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word PASTEL which also is the latest solution we found used in LA Times in 2025.
Gentle shade crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| PASTEL | 100 % | 6 |
Why may PASTEL be the right solution?
The word "pastel" can refer to gentle, soft colors that create a subtle shade, making it a fitting answer for "Gentle shade."
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Crossword Answer definitions
PASTEL noun- Any of several subdued tints of colors, usually associated with pink, peach, yellow, green, blue and lavender
- A drawing made with any of those colors.
- A type of dried paste used to make crayons.
- A crayon made from such a paste.
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- A traditional dish in various Latin American countries, resembling a tamale, pasty, or calzone.
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