This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 17, 2026 (15 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ D
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EKED as a word: (transitive) Chiefly in the form eke out: to add to, to augment; to increase; to lengthen; (archaic) Also; in addition to.
EKED has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 25, 2026.
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