This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 10, 2026 (37 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
D _ _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ _ K
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DALEK as a word: (science fiction) A member of a species of extraterrestrial cyborg mutants who appear in the television programme Doctor Who and are known for travelling in ...; (figuratively) One who is dogmatic, unfeeling and determined.
DALEK 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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