This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 1, 2026 (42 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
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P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ E
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POSSE as a word: (colloquial) A group of (especially young) people seen as constituting a peer group or band of associates; a gang, a group of friends; A group or company of people, originally especially one having hostile intent; a throng, a crowd.
POSSE has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 21, 2026.
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