This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (16 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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PIN as a word: A needle without an eye (usually) made of drawn-out steel wire with one end sharpened and the other flattened or rounded into a head, used for fastening; A small nail with a head and a sharp point.
PIN has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 30, 2026.
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