This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, December 12, 2025 (4 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 3 squares
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ZOO as a word: (countable) A park where live animals are exhibited; (countable, informal, figuratively) Any place that is wild, crowded, or chaotic.
ZOO has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 27, 2025.
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