This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ Y
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BIRDY as a word: Resembling or characteristic of a bird; (of a gun dog) Excited due to having encountered a bird or its scent.
BIRDY 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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