This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 (14 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (35 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
NYT Crossword, May 19, 2026, 14 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
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ACNE as a word: (pathology) A skin condition, usually of the face, that is common in adolescents. It is characterised by red pimples, and is caused by the inflammation of se...; A pattern of blemishes in an area of skin resulting from the skin condition.
ACNE has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
NYT Crossword, December 2, 2025, 35 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
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