This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (48 Down) and the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 (6 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
NYT Crossword, May 20, 2026, 48 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ Y
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SPICY as a word: Of a flavor, provoking a burning sensation due to the presence of capsaicin or a similar chemical; Of a food, flavor, or odor, tangy, zesty, or pungent.
SPICY has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 12, 2026.
Mini Crossword, February 25, 2026, 6 Down
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
E _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ Y
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EDGY as a word: (figurative) On the edge between acceptable and offensive; pushing the boundaries of good taste; risqué; (entertainment, advertising) Creatively challenging; cutting edge; leading edge.
EDGY has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 11, 2026.
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