This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 (26 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
W _ _ _ _
First and last letters
W _ _ _ T
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WAIST as a word: (anatomy) The part of the body between the pelvis and the stomach; A part of a piece of clothing that covers the waist.
WAIST has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 22, 2026.
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