This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 22, 2026 (52 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ T
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CLOT as a word: A thrombus, solidified mass of blood; A solidified mass of any liquid.
CLOT has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 9, 2025.
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