This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 28, 2026 (70 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
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S _ _ E
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SHOE as a word: (footwear) A protective covering for the foot, with a bottom part composed of thick leather or plastic sole and often a thicker heel, and a softer upper part...; A piece of metal designed to be attached to a horse's foot as a means of protection; a horseshoe.
SHOE has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 11, 2026.
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