This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (9 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
O _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ O
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ORSO as a word: oRSo is a US-based band formed in 1996 and led by Phil Spirito of Rex, HiM, Loftus, and Califone featuring Brian Deck of Red Red Meat and Ben Massarella of C...; the Italian word meaning "bear", and is a common given name and surname in Italy.
ORSO has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 12, 2026.
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