This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, November 6, 2026 (53 Across). 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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Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
O _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ C
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About the answer
OPEC as a word: Acronym of Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries.
OPEC has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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