This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 23, 2026 (2 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ L
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CABAL as a word: (derogatory) A putative, secret organization of individuals gathered for a political purpose; A secret plot.
CABAL has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 11, 2025.
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