This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (2 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
I _ _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ _ S
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About the answer
IDLES as a word: a British rock band; a British rock band formed in Bristol in 2009.
IDLES 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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