“Brief periods” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPELLS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Brief periods”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 31, 2026, where it runs at 42 Down and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.