“Cut out” crossword clue
Answer
E
X
C
I
S
E
D
•••••••EXCISED
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.EXCISED is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Cut out”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 16, 2026, where it runs at 44 Across and fills 7 squares. It crosses 7 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have. This exact clue has run 3 times in NYT puzzles, first on May 16, 2026.
Crossing entries
May 16, 2026 grid28DCombo meal upgrade9 ltrs›29DGoing back ages9 ltrs›33DBorderline8 ltrs›36DElement between copper and gallium on the periodic table4 ltrs›38DThey're concerned with feeding kits6 ltrs›42DExtend, in a way5 ltrs›45DChilly and damp4 ltrs›
Every appearance
3 puzzlesDatePuzzlePositionAnswer
Jun 1, 2026NYT Crossword7 Down•••AXEMay 16, 2026NYT Crossword44 Across•••••••EXCISEDMay 16, 2026NYT Crossword44 Across•••••••EXCISEDOther answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index•••••••EXCISED7 ltrs
•••AXE3 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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