This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 6, 2026 (40 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: 5 squares
First letter
H _ _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ _ A
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HELLA as a word: (slang, chiefly Northern California) Intensifier, modifying verbs; to a large extent; totally; very much; (slang, potentially considered vulgar, chiefly regional US, African-American Vernacular and Internet slang) Intensifier, modifying adjectives; to a large deg....
HELLA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 6, 2026.
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