This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 30, 2026 (13 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ _ O
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MODESTO as a word: A city, the county seat of Stanislaus County, California, United States; A village in North Palmyra Township, Macoupin County, Illinois, United States.
MODESTO 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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