This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 26, 2025 (28 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: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ T
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CHANT as a word: To sing, especially without instruments, and as applied to monophonic and pre-modern music; To sing or intone sacred text.
CHANT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 2, 2025.
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