This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 5, 2026 (78 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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ZIT as a word: (Canada, US, slang) Pimple.
ZIT has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 5, 2026.
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