This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ F
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About the answer
SCARF as a word: A long, often knitted, garment worn around the neck; A headscarf.
SCARF 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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