This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, November 9, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
T _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ L
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TROLL as a word: (originally Scandinavian mythology, now also European folklore and fantasy) a giant supernatural being, especially a grotesque humanoid creature living in ca...; (by extension) (derogatory, slang) An ugly or unpleasant person.
TROLL has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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