“Need for a transfer of power?” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.CORD is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Need for a transfer of power?”. It was last seen in the puzzle of August 10, 2025, where it runs at 8 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.