This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 3, 2026 (17 Down). 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.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ _ D
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PETTED as a word: An animal kept as a companion or otherwise for pleasure, rather than for some practical benefit or use; (by extension) Something kept as a companion, including inanimate objects (pet rock, pet plant, etc.).
PETTED 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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