This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (31 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 3 squares
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DAM as a word: A structure placed across a flowing body of water to stop the flow or part of the flow, generally for purposes such as retaining or diverting some of the wat...; The water reservoir resulting from placing such a structure.
DAM has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 5, 2025.
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