This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, November 6, 2026 (22 Down and 27 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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NYT Crossword, November 6, 2026, 22 Down
Answer length: 11 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ K
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BERIGHTBACK
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BERIGHTBACK has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since September 25, 2026.
NYT Crossword, November 6, 2026, 27 Down
Answer length: 10 squares
First letter
H _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ C
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HANGONASEC
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HANGONASEC has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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