This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (7 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
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"E.g." means the clue gives an example, and the answer names the group it belongs to.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ Y
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About the answer
BOGEY as a word: (golf) A score of one over par on a hole; (golf) The notional opponent of a golfer playing alone.
BOGEY has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 30, 2025.
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