This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 (71 Across). 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
V _ _ _
First and last letters
V _ _ T
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VENT as a word: An opening through which gases, especially air, can pass; A small aperture.
VENT 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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