This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (31 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
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Answer length: 8 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ _ _ _ R
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About the answer
COMPOSER as a word: Especially, one who composes music; One who composes; an author.
COMPOSER 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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