This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 24, 2025 (55 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
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Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
K _ _ _
First and last letters
K _ _ I
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About the answer
KWAI as a word: Alternative form of kuai (“yuan, Chinese currency”). [A historical Chinese dish consisting of finely cut strips of raw fish or meat.]; Alternative form of Khwae Noi (“Thai river”). [A river in western Thailand.].
KWAI has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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