This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, November 9, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
How to read this clue
A clue in quotation marks is something a person might say. Look for another way of saying it, or the reply it suggests.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ Y
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About the answer
SADLY as a word: In a sad manner; sorrowfully; Unfortunately, sad to say.
SADLY has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 29, 2025.
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