“Basic unit of work” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.JOULE is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Basic unit of work”. It was last seen in the puzzle of April 14, 2026, where it runs at 40 Across and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.