This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 27, 2026 (27 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ R
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About the answer
SOBER as a word: Not drunk; not intoxicated; Not under the influence of any recreational drug.
SOBER has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 2, 2025.
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