This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, February 9, 2026 (22 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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RUM as a word: (uncountable) A distilled spirit derived from fermented cane sugar and molasses; (countable) A serving of rum.
RUM has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 26, 2025.
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