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5 squares · NYT Crossword · June 28, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 28, 2026 (86 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: 5 squares

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O _ _ _ _

First and last letters

O _ _ _ S

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OATHS as a word: A solemn pledge or promise that invokes a deity, a ruler, or another entity (not necessarily present) to attest the truth of a statement or sincerity of one'...; A statement or promise which is strengthened (affirmed) by such a pledge.

OATHS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 11, 2026.

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