This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 3, 2025 (5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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ABS as a word: (informal) The abdominal muscles. plural of ab; plumbing Pipes composed of this plastic.
ABS has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 3, 2025.
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