This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 9, 2026 (63 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (12 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
NYT Crossword, February 9, 2026, 63 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
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ACNE as a word: (pathology) A skin condition, usually of the face, that is common in adolescents. It is characterised by red pimples, and is caused by the inflammation of se...; A pattern of blemishes in an area of skin resulting from the skin condition.
ACNE has been an answer 12 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
NYT Crossword, December 24, 2025, 12 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
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