Put in stitches

Why does Sewed fit this clue?

This is a straightforward clue where 'Put in stitches' serves as a direct definition of SEWED, the simple past tense of the verb 'to sew.' To sew means to join, fasten, or repair fabric by passing thread through it repeatedly with a needle, creating stitches. The clue uses the phrase 'put in stitches' to describe exactly what sewing does, placing individual stitches into cloth or another material. The past tense SEWED is the regular form, though 'sewn' is also accepted as an alternative past participle in modern English.

This clue has appeared in 2 puzzles

The clue Put in stitches has been used across multiple crosswords. Here’s every puzzle where it’s appeared, most recent first.

What are other crossword clues for Sewed?

All clues from the New York Times Daily, Jan 11, 2026 crossword

The New York Times Daily for January 11, 2026 titled “It's All Greek” was published by Dylan Schiff and has 140 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.

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Frequently asked questions about Put in stitches

What is the answer to Put in stitches?

The answer is Sewed (5 letters).

Where did this clue appear?

This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on January 11, 2026.

How many letters does the answer to Put in stitches have?

The answer has 5 letters: Sewed.

How many times has Put in stitches appeared as a crossword clue?

This clue has appeared in 2 puzzles, most recently the New York Times Daily on January 11, 2026.

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