Crossword clue
“Observation”
This clue appeared as 19-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ESPIALLetters6
Starts withE
Ends withL
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Observation” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 18, 2026 as 19-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with E and ends with L, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Observation” clue?+
The answer is ESPIAL (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 18, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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