This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 22, 2026 (28 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: 7 squares
First letter
R _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ _ _ _ S
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RELIEFS as a word: The removal of stress or discomfort; The feeling associated with the removal of stress or discomfort.
RELIEFS 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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