This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 (43 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ _ _ S
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STOOGES as a word: One who knowingly allows himself or herself to be used for another's profit; a dupe; (magic) A magician's assistant who pretends to be a member of the audience.
STOOGES 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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