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3 squares · NYT Crossword · July 14, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.

Answer length: 3 squares

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BFF as a word: (informal) Initialism of best friend forever. [A person who is an especially close and trusted friend over a long period of time.]; (software engineering) Initialism of backend for frontend.

BFF has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 27, 2025.

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