This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, October 8, 2026 (8 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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A clue in quotation marks is something a person might say. Look for another way of saying it, or the reply it suggests.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
M _ _
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About the answer
MAN as a word: An adult male human; (collective) All human males collectively: mankind.
MAN has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 30, 2026.
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