This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 (28 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ E
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CAINE as a word: A surname.
CAINE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 12, 2026.
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