This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 30, 2026 (11 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
T _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ O
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About the answer
TRIO as a word: A group of three people or things; A group of three musicians.
TRIO has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 29, 2025.
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