This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (11 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 8 squares (one square holds more than one letter)
First letter
E followed by 7 more squares
First and last letters
E followed by 7 more squares
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About the answer
EXECUTION as a word: The act, manner or style of executing (actions, maneuvers, performances); The state of being accomplished.
EXECUTION 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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