This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 22, 2026 (27 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 26, 2026 (60 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
NYT Crossword, October 22, 2026, 27 Down
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
A _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ _ S
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ADEPTS as a word: One fully skilled or well versed in anything; a proficient; Well skilled; completely versed; thoroughly proficient.
ADEPTS 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, July 26, 2026, 60 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
V _ _ _
First and last letters
V _ _ S
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VETS as a word: To thoroughly check or investigate particularly with regard to providing formal approval; (colloquial) A veterinarian or veterinary surgeon.
VETS 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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