This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 26, 2026 (52 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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M _ _
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MEW as a word: The crying sound of a cat; a meow, especially of a kitten; (of a cat, especially of a kitten) To meow.
MEW has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 26, 2026.
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