This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 (4 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ E
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ROLE as a word: The expected behaviour of an individual in a society; The function or position of something.
ROLE has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 9, 2026.
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