This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 27, 2026 (37 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
T _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ S
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TIES as a word: (dated) Low shoes fastened with lacings.
TIES has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 27, 2026.
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