This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 1, 2026 (41 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: 6 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ S
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MISSES as a word: A range of clothing sizes for women of average height and build; Eye dialect spelling of Mrs; alternative spelling of Missus.
MISSES has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 13, 2025.
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