This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (8 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
B _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ S
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About the answer
BURS as a word: A rough, prickly husk around the seeds or fruit of some plants; Any of several plants having such husks.
BURS 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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