This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (29 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ _ E
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SECEDE as a word: (intransitive) To split from or to withdraw from membership of a political union, an alliance or an organisation; (transitive, uncommon) To split or to withdraw one or more constituent entities from membership of a political union, an alliance or an organisation.
SECEDE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 30, 2025.
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