This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
B _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ A
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BETA as a word: (computing, video games) (uncountable) The phase of development after alpha testing and before launch, in which software, while not complete, has been releas...; (computing, video games) (countable) Software in such a phase; a preliminary version.
BETA has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 2, 2025.
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