This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 20, 2026 (14 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
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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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