This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (5 Down). 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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N _ _
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NIL as a word: Nothing; zero; (sports) A score of zero.
NIL has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 22, 2025.
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