“Provide comfort, in a way … or a hint to the answers to the four starred Across clues” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.GIVEAHUG is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Provide comfort, in a way … or a hint to the answers to the four starred Across clues”. It was last seen in the puzzle of February 12, 2026, where it runs at 58 Across and fills 8 squares. It crosses 8 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.