This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (44 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
T _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ _ E
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TECHIE as a word: (informal) One who works with, or has an interest in, technology or computers; (informal) A person who works on the technical side of events.
TECHIE 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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