What is the answer to "Hardships" in the NYT Midi Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Midi Crossword clue "Hardships" is WOES (4 letters).

Hardships NYT Midi Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the March 23, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

WOES

4 letters · Across · last seen March 23, 2026

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