This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
G _ _ _ _
First and last letters
G _ _ _ S
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About the answer
GOALS as a word: (Internet slang, also in compounds) Extremely admirable; worthy of being set as a goal and emulated.
GOALS has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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