Crossword clue
“With 68-Across, long-shot candidates … or a hint to six squares in this puzzle”
This clue appeared as 66-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
DARKLetters4
Starts withD
Ends withK
Vowels1
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About this clue
The clue “With 68-Across, long-shot candidates … or a hint to six squares in this puzzle” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 5, 2026 as 66-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with D and ends with K.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “With 68-Across, long-shot candidates … or a hint to six squares in this puzzle” clue?+
The answer is DARK (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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