This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 19, 2026 (31 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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NOM as a word: (colloquial) To eat with noisy enjoyment. [with on]; (informal) Clipping of nominee. [A person named, or designated, by another, to any office, duty, or position; one nominated, or proposed, by others for offic....
NOM has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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