19 Across

NYT Daily • September 1, 2025

Dreary atmosphere

Answer:

PALL

Hint:

Not available

Explanation:

Pall" fits "dreary atmosphere" because it describes a gloomy, oppressive mood—like a heavy blanket of sadness hanging over a place. The word can also refer to a literal covering (like a funeral pall), reinforcing the sense of darkness or weight. It’s a concise poetic term for when things feel dull, lifeless, or emotionally suffocating.

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