The crossword puzzle clue "Lenient" has 5 known solutions in our database. Featured most recently in the LA Times Daily Crossword puzzle on January 18, 2026, the highest-ranked answer is GENTLE (6 letters) with 99% confidence. We compile solutions from major crossword publications to ensure accuracy.
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5 Other Potential Answers
Rank
Answer
Length
Source
Date
99%
GENTLE
Lenient
(6)
LA Times Daily Crossword
Jan 18, 2026
99%
GENTLE
Lenient
LA Times Daily Crossword · Jan 18, 2026
99%
LAX
Lenient
(3)
Universal Crossword
Jan 10, 2026
99%
LAX
Lenient
Universal Crossword · Jan 10, 2026
50%
STRICT
Far from lenient
(6)
Thomas Joseph Crossword
Mar 22, 2025
50%
STRICT
Far from lenient
Thomas Joseph Crossword · Mar 22, 2025
50%
GOSOFT
Become lenient
(6)
Premier Sunday Crossword
Mar 12, 2023
50%
GOSOFT
Become lenient
Premier Sunday Crossword · Mar 12, 2023
50%
STERN
Not lenient
(5)
Universal Crossword
Jun 29, 2022
50%
STERN
Not lenient
Universal Crossword · Jun 29, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many possible solutions does "Lenient" have?
We found 2 exact solutions and 5 total potential answers including similar clues. The most likely answer is GENTLE (6 letters).
What is the best answer for "Lenient"?
The best answer for "Lenient" is GENTLE with 6 letters.
This answer has a 99% confidence rating based on our database of crossword solutions.
Other exact solutions include LAX (3 letters).
Where has "Lenient" been used as a crossword clue?
This clue has appeared 9 times in our database.
It has been featured in LA Times Daily Crossword, Universal Crossword, Premier Sunday Crossword.
It was last seen in the LA Times Daily Crossword on January 18, 2026.