Link to crossword: https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/daily
Solved it on my own aside from a clue or two. Took a bit over an hour. Pretty happy with my progress though.
Nice work! You asked me, so I should return the favor: how long have you been doing NYT crosswords? What got you going in the hobby? Cheers on a good solve.
Addendum:
NYT has introduced “Easy Mode”, which is the upcoming Friday crossword posted on a Wednesday with easier clues.
The link doesn’t seem to be available easily on their website. https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/paid/easy-mode-puzzle-4. You have to sign up for the newsletter to get the link https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/easy-mode
Mini crossword link (free to play, account not mandatory): https://www.nytimes.com/crosswords/game/mini
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