This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, April 9, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
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C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ C
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CROC as a word: A type of EVA foam slip-on clog-style shoe with an open heel, thick sole, rounded toe, retractable heel strap, and ventilation holes on the top and sides; (colloquial) A crocodile.
CROC has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 21, 2025.
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