NYT Crossword Answers for Friday, October 9, 2026

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Extremely difficult and ultimately futile Crossword Clue Answer

This is the latest matching NYT Crossword occurrence of the 9-letter Across clue "Extremely difficult and ultimately futile", from Friday, October 9, 2026. Reveal the answer at your pace, then use the full grid below to check crossing entries. Earlier appearances are tracked below when available.

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The answer to "Extremely difficult and ultimately futile" is SISYPHEAN (9 letters).

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