This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 (29 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ D
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OPTED as a word: (intransitive) To choose; select; (linguistics) Abbreviation of Old Portuguese. [Synonym of Old Galician-Portuguese.].
OPTED has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 6, 2026.
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