This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 5, 2026 (15 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 (18 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
NYT Crossword, June 5, 2026, 15 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
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M _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ N
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MIEN as a word: (countable, uncountable) Demeanor; facial expression or attitude, especially one which is intended by its bearer; (countable) A specific facial expression.
MIEN has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 13, 2025.
NYT Crossword, March 17, 2026, 18 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
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S _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ S
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SASS as a word: (US) Backtalk, cheek, sarcasm; (intransitive, US, informal) To talk, to talk back.
SASS has been an answer 15 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 11, 2026.
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