This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 (23 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
T _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ _ S
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TROOPS as a word: Military personnel in uniform.
TROOPS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 20, 2026.
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