This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (8 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
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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