This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 23, 2026 (50 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: 3 squares
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V _ _
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VAL as a word: (informal) Valium; A male given name, a short form of Valentine and Valerius.
VAL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 23, 2026.
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