This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ E
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BACNE as a word: (informal) Acne on the back.
BACNE 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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