gossip that is dished

The phrase "Gossip that's dished" commonly refers to gossip or scandalous information that is shared or revealed. In crossword puzzles, particularly the New York Times Mini Crossword from September 15, 2025, the answer to the clue "Gossip that's dished" is often the word "DIRT." This is because "dishing" gossip means sharing juicy stories or secrets, and "dirt" is slang for such gossip or scandalous information.