This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 6, 2026 (39 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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O _ _
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OLE as a word: (rail transport, UK) Overhead line equipment; Pronunciation spelling of old. [Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.].
OLE has been an answer 14 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 28, 2025.
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