This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, March 21, 2026 (9 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 3 squares
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APE as a word: A primate of the superfamily Hominoidea, generally larger than monkeys and distinguished from them by having no tail; Any such primate other than a human.
APE has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 18, 2025.
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