This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 10, 2026 (44 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Sunday, December 7, 2025 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
NYT Crossword, July 10, 2026, 44 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ S
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COIFS as a word: A hairdo; (transitive) To style or arrange hair.
COIFS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 4, 2025.
NYT Crossword, December 7, 2025, 1 Across
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ S
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