This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 10, 2026 (44 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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NAV as a word: (transport, military, Internet) Navigation. Often used attributively, as in nav beacon; (informal) to navigate.
NAV has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 29, 2026.
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