“Like a good tree or a bad deal” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SHADY is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Like a good tree or a bad deal”. It was last seen in the puzzle of October 14, 2026, where it runs at 22 Down 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.