This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (17 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 10 squares
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ENCOURAGED
About the answer
ENCOURAGED as a word: Having been given hope or encouragement.
ENCOURAGED 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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