This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (27 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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N _ _
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About the answer
NOT as a word: Negates the meaning of the modified verb; To no degree.
NOT has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 15, 2025.
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