NYT Mini Crossword · 8 Down
“Painful eye malady” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Mini Crossword for Saturday, March 21, 2026 as 8 Down. The answer has 4 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 Mini · Saturday, March 21, 2026 · 8 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Painful eye malady”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with S and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Painful eye malady” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Mini Crossword on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 8 Down.
What is the answer to the “Painful eye malady” crossword clue?
The answer is STYE (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.