This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 6, 2026 (28 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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ASH as a word: Solid remains of a fire; (in the plural) Human (or animal) remains after cremation.
ASH has been an answer 19 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 13, 2025.
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