Crossword clue

“Food or water”

This clue appeared as 52-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 2, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
NEED
Letters4
Starts withN
Ends withD
Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Food or water” ran in the NYT Crossword on August 2, 2026 as 52-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with N and ends with D.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Food or water” clue?+

The answer is NEED (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of August 2, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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