This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (54 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ E
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CUTIE as a word: A cute person or animal; A clementine: a small, waxy-peeled orange hybrid cultivar that is easy to peel by hand.
CUTIE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 15, 2025.
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