This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 2, 2026 (27 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ P
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CLOP as a word: (onomatopoeia) The sound of a horse's shod hoof striking the ground; To make this sound; to walk so as to make this sound.
CLOP has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 21, 2026.
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