This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 27, 2026 (55 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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I _ _
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ISH as a word: (colloquial) somewhat, reasonably, fairly; (colloquial) about, approximately.
ISH has been an answer 13 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 29, 2025.
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