This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 19, 2026 (66 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ _ R
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About the answer
COSTAR as a word: (acting) A person who shares star billing with another; (acting) A person who slightly lacks the status to be considered a star.
COSTAR 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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