This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 30, 2026 (18 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: 10 squares
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WEEDKILLER
About the answer
WEEDKILLER as a word: A chemical agent that destroys unwanted plants (weeds) but not wanted ones (crops etc).
WEEDKILLER 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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