This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 12, 2026 (46 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: 3 squares
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L _ _
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LOL as a word: (Internet slang, text messaging) To laugh out loud; An instance of the interjection "LOL".
LOL has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 2, 2025.
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