This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 13, 2026 (11 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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GEL as a word: A semi-solid to almost solid colloid of a solid and a liquid, such as jelly, cheese or opal; Any gel intended for a particular cosmetic use, such as for styling the hair.
GEL has been an answer 12 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 7, 2025.
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