This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 15, 2026 (12 Down). 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: 6 squares
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T _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ _ S
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TWEENS as a word: A child, especially a girl, in the age range between middle childhood and adolescence, normally between eight and thirteen years of age; Of or relating to tweenagers.
TWEENS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 8, 2026.
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