This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 23, 2026 (1 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
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S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ S
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SNAPS as a word: In Denmark and Sweden, snaps is a small shot of a strong alcoholic beverage taken during the course of a meal; a brand of classic chewy candy, manufactured by American Licorice Company.
SNAPS 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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