This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (55 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
H _ _
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HEP as a word: (dated slang) Aware, up-to-date; (dated slang) Cool, hip, sophisticated.
HEP has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 1, 2026.
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