This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (63 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
H _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ T
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HOOT as a word: The cry of an owl; A derisive cry or shout.
HOOT has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 13, 2025.
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