This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, May 25, 2026 (34 Down) and the NYT Crossword on Thursday, February 26, 2026 (19 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.
NYT Crossword, May 25, 2026, 34 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ T
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EVENT as a word: An occurrence; something that happens; A prearranged social activity (function, etc.).
EVENT has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 28, 2025.
NYT Crossword, February 26, 2026, 19 Across
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ T
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AFOOT as a word: (figurative) In motion; in action; astir; stirring; in progress; (predicative) That is on foot, in motion, in action, in progress.
AFOOT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 26, 2026.
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