This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, July 11, 2026 (29 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Saturday puzzles are the hardest of the week and themeless, so clues are often deliberately misleading.
Answer length: 3 squares
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BIB as a word: An item of clothing for people (especially babies) tied around their neck to protect their clothes from getting dirty when eating; (sports) A rectangular piece of material, carrying a bib number, worn as identification by competitors.
BIB has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 6, 2026.
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