This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 17, 2026 (32 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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WOO as a word: (transitive) To endeavor to gain someone's affection/support; (transitive, often of a man) To try to persuade (someone) to be in an amorous relationship with.
WOO 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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