“You can’t be serious!” NYT crossword clue

The New York Times Mini Crossword clue “You can’t be serious!” is an expression commonly used to express disbelief or frustration, often when someone finds another person’s statement hard to believe or too absurd. It’s a casual, sometimes playful, way to challenge something that seems unrealistic.

The answer is **c’mon**. Short for “come on,” this phrase is frequently used when someone is urging another to acknowledge something obvious or to stop pretending. It conveys a sense of disbelief, often in a lighthearted or exasperated manner.