This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (65 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
F _ _ _
First and last letters
F _ _ E
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FACE as a word: (anatomy) The front part of the head of a human or other animal, featuring the eyes, nose, and mouth, and the surrounding area; (informal or slang) One's facial expression.
FACE 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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