This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 (27 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
W _ _ _ _
First and last letters
W _ _ _ S
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About the answer
WAKES as a word: A community holiday, particularly in northern England.
WAKES has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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