This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 (31 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ _ _ E
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About the answer
BECAUSE as a word: On account, for sake [with of]; (obsolete) For the reason [with that].
BECAUSE 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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