This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 (28 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
T _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ A
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TAPA as a word: Any appetizer or snack served in the evening as part of tapas; Seasoned slices of dried or cured meat in Filipino cuisine.
TAPA has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 14, 2025.
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