This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 2, 2026 (41 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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This is a fill-in-the-blank clue: the answer completes the phrase, title or quotation.
Answer length: 3 squares
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D _ _
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DAN as a word: A rank of black belt in martial arts; Someone who has achieved a level of black belt.
DAN has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 2, 2026.
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