This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (26 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ _ G
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About the answer
OILRIG as a word: Alternative spelling of oil rig. [A rig, consisting of platform and machinery, used to drill for oil and other petroleum products like natural gas.].
OILRIG has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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