This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (43 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ L
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EDSEL as a word: (US, informal) Any unwanted product or commercial failure, especially one given much publicity; (historical, automotive) An automobile marque that was planned, manufactured, and launched with great advertising hype by the Ford Motor Company in September....
EDSEL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 17, 2026.
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