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Better choice, given the options … or the circled squares vis-à-vis the shaded ones?

The New York Times crossword clue “Better choice, given the options … or the circled squares vis-à-vis the shaded ones?” answer is LESSEROFTWOEVILS. Below is every Crossword, Midi and Mini puzzle date it has appeared in.

ANSWER
16 lettersMost recent: February 19 2026

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About this clue

The clue “Better choice, given the options … or the circled squares vis-à-vis the shaded ones?” resolves to LESSEROFTWOEVILS, a 16-letter answer. In the New York Times Crossword, Midi and Mini, the same clue can be reused over the years, sometimes with a different answer — use the dates above to find the exact puzzle you are solving.

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