This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 (42 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ Y
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PATTY as a word: A unisex given name; A diminutive of the female given name Patricia.
PATTY has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since September 2, 2026.
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