This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 (39 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 8 squares
First letter
D _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ _ _ _ _ S
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About the answer
DEWDROPS as a word: A droplet of water formed as dew; A plant of species Dalibarda repens.
DEWDROPS 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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