This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 (39 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ _ _ E
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CHINESE as a word: Of, from, or related to China, particularly now the People's Republic of China; Of, from, or related to the people of China, particularly the Han Chinese and their culture whether in China or overseas.
CHINESE 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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