This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 2, 2026 (93 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Monday, June 15, 2026 (10 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.
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NYT Crossword, August 2, 2026, 93 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
P _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ W
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About the answer
PHEW has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 15, 2026.
NYT Crossword, June 15, 2026, 10 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
P _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ W
Show the answer
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