This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, March 19, 2026 (60 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
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Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
T _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ T
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About the answer
TEST as a word: A challenge, trial; A cupel or cupelling hearth in which precious metals are melted for trial and refinement.
TEST has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 2, 2026.
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