This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 27, 2026 (124 Across). 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: 6 squares
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P _ _ _ _ _
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P _ _ _ _ N
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PECTIN as a word: (biochemistry) A polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of plants, especially of fruits; under acidic conditions it forms a gel. It is often used in pr....
PECTIN 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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