This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 2, 2026 (99 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
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ E
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PERSE as a word: A very dark (almost black) purple or blue-gray colour; Very dark greyish (almost blackish) purple or blue.
PERSE has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 11, 2026.
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