This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (4 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ K
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SHOOK as a word: (slang) Shaken up; rattled; shocked or surprised; (slang) Emotionally upset or disturbed; scared.
SHOOK has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 23, 2025.
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