This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 26, 2026 (2 Down). 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.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ E
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PIQUE as a word: (transitive) To excite (someone) to action, especially by causing jealousy, resentment, etc.; also, to stimulate (an emotion or feeling, especially curiosity...; (transitive) To wound the pride of (someone); to excite to anger; to irritate, to offend.
PIQUE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 21, 2026.
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