This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 (51 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
U _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
U _ _ _ _ N
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URCHIN as a word: A mischievous child; A street urchin, a child who lives, or spends most of their time, in the streets.
URCHIN 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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