This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, March 19, 2026 (55 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
B _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ L
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BOWL as a word: A roughly hemispherical container used to hold, mix or present food, such as salad, fruit or soup, or other items; As much as is held by a bowl.
BOWL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 26, 2026.
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