This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 3, 2026 (28 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ F
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SERIF as a word: (typography) Of a typeface, provided with serifs; (typography) A short line added to the end of a stroke in traditional typefaces, such as Times New Roman.
SERIF has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 1, 2026.
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