This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, July 13, 2026 (31 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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B _ _
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BEL as a word: A measure of relative power, defined as log₁₀(P ₁/P ₂), where P₁ and P₂ are the measured and reference power respectively; A unisex given name.
BEL has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 3, 2026.
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