What someone seeking validation might need Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “What someone seeking validation might need” from the New York Times crossword of December 16, 2025? It has 10 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, DECEMBER 16, 2025

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What is the answer to “What someone seeking validation might need”?

EGOMASSAGE, 10 letters.

When was “What someone seeking validation might need” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of December 16, 2025.

How many letters does the answer have?

10 letters, starting with E.