This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 (23 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
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A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ E
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ABATE as a word: (transitive) To lessen (something) in force or intensity; to moderate; (transitive) To reduce (something) in amount or size.
ABATE has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 10, 2026.
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