Crossword clue
“Affliction for many first responders, in brief”
This clue appeared as 53-Down in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, May 28, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
PTSDLetters4
Starts withP
Ends withD
Vowels0
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Affliction for many first responders, in brief” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 28, 2026 as 53-Down. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with P and ends with D.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Affliction for many first responders, in brief” clue?+
The answer is PTSD (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 28, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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