This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 26, 2026 (50 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.
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Answer length: 10 squares
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First and last letters
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DUSTJACKET
About the answer
DUSTJACKET as a word: Alternative form of dust jacket. [(printing, publishing) The detachable paper cover of a book; used to protect the binding, and to provide a blurb.].
DUSTJACKET 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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