This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 17, 2026 (24 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 11, 2026 (32 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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NYT Crossword, July 17, 2026, 24 Down
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ _ D
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ERODED as a word: worn down or worn away.
ERODED has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
NYT Crossword, May 11, 2026, 32 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
D _ _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ _ P
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DUGUP 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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