This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 12, 2026 (79 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (32 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
NYT Crossword, July 12, 2026, 79 Across
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
G _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ _ _ T
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GALOOT as a word: (derogatory) A clumsy or uncouth person.
GALOOT has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
NYT Crossword, December 2, 2025, 32 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ D
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CLOD as a word: A lump of something, especially earth or clay; A stupid person; a dolt.
CLOD 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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