“Hack” crossword clue
Answer
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••••CHOP
Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.CHOP is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Hack”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 18, 2026, where it runs at 6 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.
Crossing entries
Jun 18, 2026 grid6DBona fide numbskull11 ltrs›7DBig name in archery equipment4 ltrs›8DFuyumi ___, author of the "Twelve Kingdoms" fantasy novels3 ltrs›9DColas in the "cola wars"6 ltrs›
Other answers for this clue
Across all puzzles we index••••CHOP4 ltrs
•••HEW3 ltrs
Clues repeat across publications with different fills. If your grid needs a different length, one of these usually fits.
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