This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (71 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: 4 squares
First letter
H _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ E
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HAZE as a word: Very fine solid particles (smoke, dust) or liquid droplets (moisture) suspended in the air, slightly limiting visibility. (Compare fog, mist.); A reduction of transparency of a clear gas or liquid.
HAZE has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 28, 2026.
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