This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ T
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About the answer
CRUST as a word: The external, hardened layer of certain foodstuffs, including most types of bread, fried meat, etc; An outer layer composed of pastry.
CRUST 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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