This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, January 3, 2026 (5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
V _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
V _ _ _ _ S
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About the answer
VOCALS as a word: (music) The words of a song together with other sounds sung by a vocalist.
VOCALS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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