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Treat mercifully NYT Crossword Clue

19A | 5 letters

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Explanation

Why This Answer Fits

SPARE is the 5-letter answer for "Treat mercifully" in the NYT Crossword. The wording acts as a direct definition or close paraphrase, and the crossing entries at 19A help confirm the exact spelling.

Grid entry: SPARE in the grid.
Answer pattern: _ _ _ _ _.
Clue type: Direct clue.
This is Across at 19A, so use the Down crossings to confirm SPARE.
SPARE has 5 letters, matching the required slot for 19A.

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Hint

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase.

How to solve it

Read the clue type first

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Start with the clue's literal meaning, then test a 5-letter synonym or phrase against the crossings.
The answer slot has 5 letters, which narrows the clue to a specific grid shape.
This clue appears at 19A in the NYT Crossword, so check the Down crossings for confirmation.

Position 19A

Answer length 5

Puzzle type Daily

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Crossings

Crossing Notes

This is Across at 19A, so use the Down crossings to confirm SPARE.

Editor note

Editorial Note

Classify this as a direct clue and verify that the 5 letters answer fits both the clue wording and the grid position.

Clue History

April 24, 2026 Daily / 19A / 5 letters

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