This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 15, 2026 (33 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ E
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IDLE as a word: Not engaged in any occupation or employment; unemployed; inactive; doing nothing in particular; Not being used appropriately; not occupied; (of time) with no, no important, or not much activity.
IDLE has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 9, 2026.
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