This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 23, 2026 (39 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
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A _ _ _ T
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ANGST as a word: A feeling of acute but vague anxiety or apprehension often accompanied by depression, especially philosophical anxiety; Emotional turmoil; painful sadness; anguish.
ANGST has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 27, 2025.
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