Crossword clue

“Hits hard”

This clue appeared as 61-Across in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
RAMS
Letters4
Starts withR
Ends withS
Vowels1

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NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Hits hard” ran in the NYT Crossword on April 8, 2026 as 61-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with R and ends with S.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Hits hard” clue?+

The answer is RAMS (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of April 8, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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