This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 (55 Across). 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
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F _ _
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FAT as a word: Carrying more fat than usual on one's body; plump; not lean or thin; Thick; large.
FAT has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 28, 2025.
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