This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 17, 2026 (25 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: 11 squares
First letter
F _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
F _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ R
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FACILITATOR
About the answer
FACILITATOR as a word: A person who helps a group to have an effective dialog without taking any side of the argument, especially in order to reach a consensus; Something that facilitates.
FACILITATOR 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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