This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 2, 2026 (75 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: 5 squares
First letter
D _ _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ _ S
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DRIES as a word: Without water or moisture, said of something that has previously been wet or moist; resulting from the process of drying; Usually of foods: cured, preserved by drying.
DRIES 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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