This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 18, 2026 (22 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
How to read this clue
The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ _ E
Show the answer
About the answer
ENCORE as a word: A brief extra performance, done after the main performance is complete; A call or demand (as by continued applause) for a repeat performance.
ENCORE has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 14, 2026.
Other clues with the same answer
More clues from this puzzle
- Bless, in a way (8 Across)
- Close female friend … in relative terms (14 Across)
- Less than satisfactory, slangily (20 Across)
- Like some cyborg parts (21 Across)
- Heyhowareyou (23 Across)
- Journalist Michele with two Peabody Awards (25 Across)
- Walkers, informally (26 Across)
- Send (27 Across)
Play today's NYT Crossword at The New York Times
All crossword clues · Today's NYT Crossword answers · Today's Mini answers