This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 19, 2025 (60 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ P
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About the answer
CLAP as a word: The act of striking the palms of the hands, or any two surfaces, together; (transitive) To applaud.
CLAP has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 7, 2025.
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