This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 (15 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 8 squares
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SONATINA as a word: A musical composition resembling a sonata but shorter or simpler.
SONATINA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 20, 2026.
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