This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (7 Across) and the Mini Crossword on Monday, January 19, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Mini Crossword, September 22, 2026, 7 Across
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ O
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About the answer
CELLO as a word: A large unfretted stringed instrument of the violin family with four strings tuned (lowest to highest) C-G-D-A and an endpin to support its weight, usually p...; cellophane.
CELLO has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 29, 2025.
Mini Crossword, January 19, 2026, 1 Down
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ O
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