This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (4 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
N _ _ _
First and last letters
N _ _ E
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About the answer
NINE as a word: The digit or figure 9; (card games) A playing card with nine pips.
NINE has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 22, 2025.
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