This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 2, 2026 (34 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.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
N _ _
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About the answer
NEO as a word: A male given name originating as a coinage; A surname.
NEO has been an answer 14 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 10, 2025.
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