This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, February 2, 2026 (3 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
D _ _ _ _
First and last letters
D _ _ _ T
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About the answer
DRIFT as a word: (physical) Movement; that which moves or is moved; Anything driven at random.
DRIFT 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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