This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (2 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ C
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BLANC as a word: A white sauce of fat, broth, and vegetables, used especially for braised meat; A white cosmetic.
BLANC has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 5, 2026.
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