This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (38 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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ICK as a word: (informal) A feeling of revulsion; (informal, uncountable) Something distasteful or physically unpleasant to touch.
ICK has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 6, 2026.
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