This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Answer length: 5 squares
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L _ _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ _ S
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LIARS as a word: A person who frequently lies; someone who tells a lie; (nautical, obsolete) A swabber responsible for cleaning the outside parts of the ship rather than the cabins, a role traditionally assigned to a person caugh....
LIARS has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 7, 2025.
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