This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 8, 2026 (41 Across). 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
L _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ P
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LOOP as a word: A length of thread, line or rope that is doubled over to make an opening; The opening so formed.
LOOP has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 8, 2026.
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