The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word ANISE which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2025.
Throat lozenge additive crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| ANISE | 100 % | 5 |
Why may ANISE be the right solution?
ANISE is a common flavoring added to throat lozenges for its soothing and aromatic properties. It is known for its licorice-like taste and is often used in cough drops to help relieve sore throats.
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Crossword Answer definitions
ANISE noun- An umbelliferous plant (Pimpinella anisum) growing naturally in Egypt, and cultivated in Spain, Malta, etc., for its carminative and aromatic seeds, which are used as a spice. It has a licorice scent.
- (often qualified as "sweet anise" or "wild anise") Fennel, Foeniculum vulgare.
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