This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 26, 2026 (45 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 23, 2026 (14 Across). 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 26, 2026, 45 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
O _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ Y
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OLAY as a word: palm leaves, prepared for being written upon with a steel-tipped stylus.
OLAY has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 17, 2026.
NYT Crossword, April 23, 2026, 14 Across
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
A _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ _ O
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AVEENO has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 25, 2026.
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