This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 11, 2026 (36 Down). 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.
Answer length: 10 squares
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EMPATHIZED
About the answer
EMPATHIZED as a word: empathize.
EMPATHIZED 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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