This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 23, 2026 (28 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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H _ _
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HUE as a word: A color, or shade of color; tint; dye; The characteristic related to the light frequency that appears in the color, for instance red, yellow, green, cyan, blue or magenta.
HUE has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 22, 2025.
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