This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
W _ _ _ _
First and last letters
W _ _ _ E
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WASTE as a word: Excess of material, useless by-products, or damaged, unsaleable products; garbage; rubbish; (transitive) To squander (money or resources) uselessly; to spend (time) idly; to dissipate.
WASTE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 18, 2026.
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