This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 (64 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
W _ _ _
First and last letters
W _ _ T
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WEST as a word: The direction opposite to that of the earth's rotation, specifically 270°; The western region or area; the inhabitants thereof.
WEST has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 8, 2025.
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