This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 29, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
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S _ _ P
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SLAP as a word: (countable) A blow, especially one given with the open hand, or with something broad and flat; (countable) A sharp percussive sound like that produced by such a blow.
SLAP has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 23, 2025.
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