This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, January 19, 2026 (2 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
L _ _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ _ X
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LATEX as a word: Natural latex rubber, especially nonvulcanized rubber, such as is used in making latex gloves, latex condoms, and latex clothing; The milky sap of several trees that coagulates on exposure to air; used to make rubber.
LATEX has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 1, 2025.
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