This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (42 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 3 squares
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R _ _
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REV as a word: (ergative) To increase the speed of a motor, or to operate at a higher speed; A road network in Montreal, Quebec, Canada for bicycles.
REV has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 10, 2025.
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