What is the answer to "Not directly in the sun" in the NYT Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Not directly in the sun" is SHADED (6 letters).

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Not directly in the sun NYT Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the August 22, 2025 puzzle

Stuck on “Not directly in the sun” from the New York Times Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer

SHADED

6 letters · Down · last seen August 22, 2025