This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, March 28, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
T _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ P
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TWERP as a word: (US, childish) A small or puny person; one regarded as insignificant, contemptible; (US, childish) A person who can be bullied playfully, or easily teased. Sometimes used as a pet-name (often for a younger sibling).
TWERP has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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