This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 22, 2026 (45 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: 4 squares
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First and last letters
A _ _ D
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AVID as a word: Enthusiastic; keen; eager; showing great interest in something or desire to do something; greedy.
AVID has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 26, 2025.
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