“After 1-Across, shelf accessories … or what can be placed "around" the halves of 18-, 36-, 45- and 62-Across to make new phrases?” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ENDS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “After 1-Across, shelf accessories … or what can be placed "around" the halves of 18-, 36-, 45- and 62-Across to make new phrases?”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 16, 2025, where it runs at 71 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.