“Takes up, as some new pants” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.HEMS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Takes up, as some new pants”. It was last seen in the puzzle of June 18, 2025, where it runs at 65 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.