NYT Crossword July 1 2026 Answers (7/1/26)

We have all of the answers to the NYT Crossword puzzle for July 1 2026 to help you finish it up!

Our NYT Crossword July 1, 2026 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily puzzle that tests solvers’ knowledge and vocabulary. It’s one of the most popular crosswords in the world, known for its challenging clues and clever wordplay. The puzzle is published in the print edition of The New York Times and is also available online.

NYT Crossword July 1, 2026 Answers

If you need help solving the NYT Crossword on 7/1/26, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need. You can search for the clue and then select the appropriate clue to get the answer. We have done it this way so that if you’re just looking for a handful of clues, you won’t spoil other ones you’re working on!

Looking for answers to another NYT Crossword puzzle? Check out our archive of NYT Crossword Answers. Our NYT Crossword Hints for July 1, 2026 are also available if you prefer not to be immediately spoiled.

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# Clue
1A Designation for a potato
6A Kind of party
10A Counter, as a claim
15A ___ Holmes, 2020s role for Millie Bobby Brown
16A Strongly nudge
17A In opposition to everyone else
18A Jack ___
19A Position in a bridge game
20A Covers for campers
21A Claim on property
22A "Really?"
24A Astrophysicist ___ deGrasse Tyson
25A "I should care because ...?"
26A It's just a little bit off
28A Little bit of life?
29A Chocolate toffee bar since 1981
30A Modern component in a digital display, in brief
32A Places to stretch out
35A What may precede a texter's two cents
38A Mexican milk
42A Fitting kind of exam for a dental student
43A Least friendly
45A Anchor, as a boat
46A 1880s-'90s veep ___ P. Morton
47A Kids
48A Rightmost compartment in a till
49A Shape of a skating rink
51A Subtle glow
53A Theoretical world coexisting with ours ... as depicted in this puzzle
61A Hit musical set in Buenos Aires
62A Ceramic collectible, maybe
63A Adjust the price on
64A Theoretical timeline where things play out a little differently ... as featured in this puzzle
67A "Call Me Maybe" singer Carly ___ Jepsen
68A How one might dress in a professional setting
69A Just one taste
70A Abbr. in a birth announcement
71A That ship
72A Family member, familiarly
73A C7H5N3O6, for short
1D Automotive giant headquartered in Austin, Tex.
2D Detach from a bulletin board
3D Used a drill on
4D Spirit
5D Chinese zodiac creature
6D Bed for fish?
7D Reward for a dog
8D Marbled gemstone
9D Escapes, as a dog
10D Double-crosser
11D Zip
12D Yawning, say
13D Shift from the top of a social media feed
14D Pioneer in developing alternating current
22D On the other hand, in brief
23D Component of most salad dressings
26D Mo. parts
27D Lurker in a reef
29D Get ready for dinner, say
31D Aspiring actor's submission
32D The sun
33D It might be conveyed on a conveyor belt
34D Websites whose URLs are stored, typically
36D Lost, for short
37D Gentlemen
39D Trickster
40D Garden tool
41D Places where people are usually lying, for short
43D "___ be fine"
44D Taiwanese president ___ Ing-wen
50D Clear warnings
52D Tanning agents, informally
53D Gemstone with biological roots
54D H.S. media room
55D Dodge deceptively
56D Behind
57D Purposes
58D "Phooey!"
59D Posh clothing material
60D Site of the Ten Plagues
65D Traditional Japanese drama
66D QB Manning

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We also recommend trying your hand at the NYT Mini Crossword, which is definitely easier (on all days!) as it is 5×5, compared to the full‑sized New York Times Crossword (which is 15×15, and the Sunday edition is 21×21!). If you want something in between, the NYT Midi Crossword offers between a 9×9 and 11×11 grid with a medium‑level challenge that bridges the gap between the Mini and the full puzzle—making it a great option for players looking to level up. New crosswords are released at 10PM ET on weekdays and 6PM ET on weekends.

The New York Times crossword was first published in The New York Times in 1942 and has been a daily feature ever since. It is known for its high level of difficulty and for its clever, often playful, clues and themes. The puzzles range in size from 15x15 grids on weekdays to larger 21x21 grids on Sundays, with varying levels of difficulty.

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The New York Times crossword is created by a team of skilled puzzle constructors and editors, who work to ensure that each puzzle is both entertaining and challenging for solvers. The puzzles are often themed, with clues and answers related to a particular subject or concept, and they frequently feature wordplay and puns.

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Solving the New York Times crossword has become a beloved pastime for many, and there are even competitions and clubs devoted to crossword puzzle solving. The New York Times crossword is available in print in the newspaper and online, and it has a dedicated following of loyal solvers who eagerly await each day's puzzle.

If you’re still struggling to solve your NYT crosswords, consider practicing with the Eugene Sheffer and Thomas Joseph dailies first. If you’re looking for similarly challenging crosswords, we recommend the WSJ Crossword and LA Times Crossword.

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