This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 23, 2026 (7 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ T
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BERET as a word: (clothing) A type of round, brimless cap with a soft top and a headband to secure it to the head; usually culturally associated with France.
BERET has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 23, 2026.
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