This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 14, 2026 (51 Down), the NYT Crossword on Thursday, March 19, 2026 (7 Down), the NYT Crossword on Thursday, November 13, 2025 (26 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
NYT Crossword, August 14, 2026, 51 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
G _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ H
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About the answer
GASH as a word: A deep cut; To make a deep, long cut; to slash.
GASH has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 13, 2025.
NYT Crossword, March 19, 2026, 7 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
G _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ H
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NYT Crossword, November 13, 2025, 26 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
G _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ H
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