This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (58 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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P _ _
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PIT as a word: A hole in the ground; (motor racing) An area at a racetrack used for refueling and repairing the vehicles during a race.
PIT has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 12, 2025.
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