This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (56 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
How to read this clue
"Abbr." or "for short" means the answer is itself an abbreviation or a shortened form.
Answer length: 3 squares
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B _ _
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About the answer
BIO as a word: (social media) A short section of a user profile that contains information about the user, especially one which can be customised; the about me section; A biographical sketch.
BIO has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 12, 2025.
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