This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 19, 2026 (57 Across). 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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The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 11 squares
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First and last letters
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GLASSBLOWER
About the answer
GLASSBLOWER as a word: A person skilled in the art of glassblowing.
GLASSBLOWER 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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