This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 (55 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ P
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COMP as a word: (transitive) To provide (someone) with a complimentary item, such as a ticket; to provide (someone) with something for free; (transitive) To provide (a complimentary item, such as a ticket) for free (either up front or sometimes by refunding the cost of it).
COMP has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 21, 2026.
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