Crossword clue
“Leave behind, informally”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 2, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
DITCHLetters5
Starts withD
Ends withH
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “Leave behind, informally” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 2, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with D and ends with H, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Leave behind, informally” clue?+
The answer is DITCH (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 2, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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