“Cry of dismay” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.ACK is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Cry of dismay”. It was last seen in the puzzle of September 17, 2025, where it runs at 42 Across and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.