This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, February 2, 2026 (6 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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T _ _
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TEX as a word: A masculine nickname, especially for a Texan; A milligram per meter, a unit of linear mass density for thread or fiber.
TEX has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 9, 2025.
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