This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 (31 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
How to read this clue
The asterisk marks a theme answer. It ties in to the puzzle's theme, which a "revealer" clue elsewhere in the grid usually explains.
Answer length: 13 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ S
Show the answer
MASSACHUSETTS
About the answer
MASSACHUSETTS as a word: A state of the United States. Capital and largest city: Boston.
MASSACHUSETTS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
More clues from this puzzle
- *Essential oil with a musky scent (25 Across)
- Myrmecology subject (28 Across)
- Bonfire remains (29 Across)
- Concerning hearing (30 Across)
- Ruminant's mouthful (36 Across)
- Secondary social media account (37 Across)
- *"Until next time!" (38 Across)
- United (45 Across)
Play today's NYT Crossword at The New York Times
All crossword clues · Today's NYT Crossword answers · Today's Mini answers