This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 7, 2026 (48 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
N _ _ _
First and last letters
N _ _ E
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NINE as a word: The digit or figure 9; (card games) A playing card with nine pips.
NINE has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 22, 2025.
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