This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 (63 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ R
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About the answer
PRIOR as a word: Coming before in order or time; earlier, former, previous; More important or significant.
PRIOR 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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