This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, January 9, 2026 (5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ Y
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PESKY as a word: (informal) Annoying, troublesome, irritating (usually of an animal or child).
PESKY has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 9, 2026.
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