This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (48 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ _ C
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About the answer
CRITIC as a word: (countable) A person who appraises the works of others; (countable) A specialist in judging works of art.
CRITIC has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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