This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 (5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
O _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ S
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OPTS as a word: (intransitive) To choose; select; (linguistics) Abbreviation of Old Portuguese. [Synonym of Old Galician-Portuguese.].
OPTS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 27, 2025.
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