NYT Midi Crossword · 2 Down
“Makes less hard” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Midi Crossword for Friday, March 6, 2026 as 2 Down. The answer has 5 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Midi · Friday, March 6, 2026 · 2 Down
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Makes less hard”?
The answer has 5 letters. It starts with E and ends with S, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Makes less hard” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Midi Crossword on Friday, March 6, 2026, at 2 Down.
What is the answer to the “Makes less hard” crossword clue?
The answer is EASES (5 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.