This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 16, 2026 (6 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ _ _ G
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BEARHUG as a word: (transitive) To embrace in a bear hug; Alternative spelling of bear hug. [Any especially large, tight or enthusiastic hug, usually friendly and especially given by a male.].
BEARHUG 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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