This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ E
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CAVE as a word: A large, naturally-occurring cavity formed underground or in the face of a cliff or a hillside; A hole, depression, or gap in earth or rock, whether natural or man-made.
CAVE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 2, 2026.
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