Abstain ... as suggested by the black squares in this puzzle Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Abstain ... as suggested by the black squares in this puzzle” from the New York Times crossword of July 25, 2025? It has 8 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

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NEW YORK TIMES, JULY 25, 2025

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What is the answer to “Abstain ... as suggested by the black squares in this puzzle”?

TEETOTAL, 8 letters: to abstain completely from alcoholic beverages.

When was “Abstain ... as suggested by the black squares in this puzzle” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of July 25, 2025.

How many letters does the answer have?

8 letters, starting with T.