This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 (50 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
R _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ _ _ T
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REDHOT as a word: Alternative form of red-hot. [Heated to the point that it glows with a visible red color.].
REDHOT 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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