This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 23, 2026 (4 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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REV as a word: (ergative) To increase the speed of a motor, or to operate at a higher speed; A road network in Montreal, Quebec, Canada for bicycles.
REV has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 10, 2025.
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