This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 26, 2026 (9 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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B _ _
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BRB as a word: (Internet slang, text messaging) The state of being away from one's device while meaning to come back soon; Initialism of big red button. [A real, fictional, or figurative button that controls a function of critical importance and that is usually large and red, ens....
BRB has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 12, 2025.
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