This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (44 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ S
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CALMS as a word: (of a person) Peaceful, quiet, especially free from anger and anxiety; (of a place or situation) Free of noise and disturbance.
CALMS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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