This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (17 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
I _ _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ _ O
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IDAHO as a word: A state in the western United States. Capital and largest city: Boise; University of Idaho.
IDAHO has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 22, 2025.
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