This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, March 12, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ Y
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SPICY as a word: Of a flavor, provoking a burning sensation due to the presence of capsaicin or a similar chemical; Of a food, flavor, or odor, tangy, zesty, or pungent.
SPICY has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 12, 2026.
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