This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (43 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Thursday, March 19, 2026 (24 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
NYT Crossword, June 2, 2026, 43 Across
Answer length: 5 squares
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S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ M
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About the answer
SALEM as a word: The capital city of Oregon, United States and the county seat of Marion County; A city in Massachusetts, United States and one of the two county seats of Essex County; the site of infamous witch-hunts, trials and executions in 1692.
SALEM has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 19, 2026.
NYT Crossword, March 19, 2026, 24 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ M
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