This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 (36 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
B _ _
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BEA as a word: A diminutive of the female given name Beatrice; Synonym of Akabea.
BEA 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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