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Sweet and gentle sort (crossword clue)

4 squares · NYT Crossword · November 1, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 1, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.

Answer length: 4 squares

First letter

L _ _ _

First and last letters

L _ _ B

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LAMB as a word: A young sheep; (uncountable) The flesh of a lamb or sheep used as food.

LAMB has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 14, 2026.

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