This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, January 3, 2026 (16 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 6 squares
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S _ _ _ _ _
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S _ _ _ _ S
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STRESS as a word: (uncountable) Emotional pressure suffered by a human being or other animal; (intransitive, informal) To suffer stress; to worry or be agitated.
STRESS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 22, 2025.
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