NYT Mini · 6-Across · 5 letters

Vehemently dislike NYT Mini crossword clue

Editorially reviewed September 3, 2026

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Meaning cue

Use a five-letter verb meaning hate or detest strongly.

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Answer

ABHOR

Why it fits

ABHOR directly matches the strong degree signaled by “Vehemently.” The five-letter base-form verb is stronger than merely dislike.

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What narrows the clue

The intensifier requires a strong verb rather than a mild synonym.

Answer meaning

To abhor is to regard something with intense dislike or disgust.

Where this clue appeared

6-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for September 3, 2026.

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