This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (53 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
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The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 7 squares
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AMNESIA as a word: (pathology) Loss of memory; forgetfulness; (figurative) Forgetfulness.
AMNESIA has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 1, 2026.
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