This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 (44 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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O _ _
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OIL as a word: Petroleum-based liquid used as fuel or lubricant; Petroleum.
OIL has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 22, 2025.
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