This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 20, 2026 (43 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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N _ _ _ _
First and last letters
N _ _ _ E
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NICHE as a word: (by extension) Any position of opportunity for which one is well-suited, such as a particular market in business; Any similar position, literal or figurative.
NICHE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 13, 2026.
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