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Affliction in "The Hurt Locker," in brief (crossword clue)

4 squares · NYT Crossword · October 27, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (6 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.

Answer length: 4 squares

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P _ _ _

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P _ _ D

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PTSD as a word: Initialism of post-traumatic stress disorder. [(psychology) A psychological condition that develops following some stressful situation or event, with symptom....

PTSD has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 4, 2026.

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