This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 (52 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ O
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PATIO as a word: A paved outside area, adjoining a house, used for dining or recreation; An inner courtyard typical of traditional houses in some regions of Spain.
PATIO has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 24, 2026.
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