“Showed some real malice toward” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.SPATAT is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Showed some real malice toward”. It was last seen in the puzzle of September 13, 2026, where it runs at 6 Across and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.