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4 squares · NYT Crossword · May 3, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 3, 2026 (113 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: 4 squares

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W _ _ _

First and last letters

W _ _ P

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WIMP as a word: (chiefly derogatory, slang) Someone who lacks confidence or courage, is weak, ineffectual, irresolute and wishy-washy; (slang) Weak, wimpy.

WIMP has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 3, 2026.

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