Completely savage
Published by Naitik Mehta · September 10, 2026
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Clue
Completely savage (3)
Answer
The answer to Completely savage is Pan (3 letters).
Why does Pan fit this clue?
This clue uses a slang definition, where 'Completely savage' points to the verb PAN, meaning to harshly criticize something. To pan a movie, book, or performance means to tear it apart in a review, leaving nothing positive standing. The word 'completely savage' captures the total, unsparing nature of a pan, which goes beyond mild criticism into outright demolition of the subject. The term likely grew from the image of panning for gold and finding nothing of value, though in modern usage it simply means to give a scathing, all-out negative review.
What does Completely savage mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
savage
adjective
•fierce, brutal, or violently cruel in nature or behavior
verb
•to attack or criticize fiercely and without restraint
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 53-down in the New York Times Daily on September 10, 2026, by Simeon Seigel, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Pan mean?
verb
•To criticize harshly and completely; to give a savage or scathing review of something
How to use Pan in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Pan.
•“The critics completely panned the director's latest film, calling it an incoherent mess with no redeeming qualities.”
•“The documentary panned slowly across the vast mountain landscape, revealing the breathtaking scenery in full.”
•“She panned for gold in the shallow river for hours, carefully swirling water and sediment in her metal pan.”
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- What is the answer to Completely savage?
- The answer is Pan (3 letters).
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- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on September 10, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Completely savage have?
- The answer has 3 letters: Pan.
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