This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 9, 2026 (19 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
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S _ _ _
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S _ _ E
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SANE as a word: Mentally sound; possessing a rational mind; having the mental faculties in such condition as to be able to anticipate and judge the effect of one's actions i...; Being in a healthy condition; not deranged; thinking rationally.
SANE has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 11, 2026.
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