This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 22, 2026 (33 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 3, 2026 (39 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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NYT Crossword, May 22, 2026, 33 Across
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ _ L
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OHCOOL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 29, 2026.
NYT Crossword, May 3, 2026, 39 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
K _ _ _
First and last letters
K _ _ N
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KEEN as a word: (chiefly Commonwealth) Often with a prepositional phrase, or with to and an infinitive: showing a quick and ardent responsiveness or willingness; eager, enth...; Having a fine edge or point; sharp.
KEEN has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 8, 2026.
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