This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 28, 2026 (34 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
K _ _ _
First and last letters
K _ _ K
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KOOK as a word: (slang, chiefly US) An eccentric, strange or crazy person; (surfing, kiteboarding, wakeboarding) A boardsport participant who lacks style or skill; a newbie who acts as if they are better at the sport than they are.
KOOK has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 17, 2026.
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