Get rid of
Latest answer — August 16, 2026
88 Across
Scroll down for rest of crossword answers
Clue explained
As a verb, SHED means to get rid of or cast off something, such as a layer, burden, or possession.
- Clue type:
- Definition
NYT Crossword
This clue's Sunday, August 16, 2026 appearance
Tap a square to reveal a letter.
Or reveal one clue at a time with the Hint and Answer buttons below.
Across
Down
The answer to “Get rid of” in the New York Times crossword is SHED — a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times crossword on August 16, 2026, a Sunday puzzle, at 88-Across. Other answers we've seen for this clue include AXE. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.
“Get rid of” answer
SHED (4 letters) — most recent; also seen as AXE
Reveal the solution one letter at a time with the tiles above if you'd rather nudge yourself toward it than see the whole word at once. Just want it outright? The answer is SHED.
What does SHED mean?
Reading the plain dictionary sense of SHED is often the fastest way to see why it answers this clue.
(verb)
- (of a tree or other plant) allow (leaves or fruit) to fall to the ground
- discard (something undesirable, superfluous, or outdated)
- cast or give off (light)
Other answers for “Get rid of”
New York Times has used this clue with more than one solution. Besides SHED, it has also been AXE. Every appearance we've indexed is listed below with the date it ran.
- August 16, 2026 (most recent) → SHED
- January 8, 2026 → AXE
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Get rid of”?
The answer is SHED, a 4-letter word. It most recently appeared in the New York Times crossword on August 16, 2026. Other answers for this clue include AXE.
How many letters is the answer to “Get rid of”?
4 letters: SHED. Earlier fills for this clue have also been AXE (3).
When did this clue appear?
Most recently in the New York Times crossword on August 16, 2026 (a Sunday puzzle), at 88-Across. Earlier appearances: January 8, 2026 → AXE.
Can “Get rid of” have a different answer?
Yes. Besides SHED, New York Times has also used AXE for this clue. Every date and answer is listed above.
Where can I find the rest of this day's NYT Crossword answers?
The full grid for August 16, 2026 is on the NYT Crossword answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.
New York Times Crossword is published by The New York Times; WordHint is an independent site and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the publisher.
Crossword Clues
Looking up a clue? Jump into today's answers and clue help from top puzzles.