The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word GISTS which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2024.
Kernels crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| GISTS | 33 % | 5 |
| NUBS | 22 % | 4 |
| MEATS | 22 % | 5 |
| PITHS | 11 % | 5 |
| NUCLEI | 11 % | 6 |
Why may GISTS be the right solution?
The word "kernels" can be a synonym for the main points or essential parts of something, which are also known as "gists." So, "gists" is the right solution for this clue.
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Kernels
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- center
- sum
- gist
- nitty-gritty
- substance
- essence
- inwardness
- heart
- marrow
- meat
- core
- pith
Crossword Answer definitions
GISTS noun- The most essential part; the main idea or substance (of a longer or more complicated matter); the crux of a matter; the pith.
- The essential ground for action in a suit, without which there is no cause of action.
- Resting place (especially of animals), lodging.
More crossword clues leading to the same solutions
Here's a few more crossword clues - all leading to the identical solution
More clues leading to the result GISTS
More clues leading to the result NUBS
- Picayune pieces
- Little lumps
- Worn-down pencils
- Worn-down points
- Gists
- Well-worn pencils
- Central points
- Emerging antlers
- Kernels
- Small lumps
More clues leading to the result MEATS
- Onetime Friday taboos, for some
- Entree items
- Dagwood ingredients
- Mixed-grill offerings
- Vegetarians eschew them
- Deli offerings
- Butcher orders
- Deli display
- Supermarket section
- Lamb, ham, and Spam