This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 6, 2026 (1 Across). 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: 5 squares
First letter
T _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ S
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TAPAS as a word: A variety of Spanish small savoury food items or snacks such as croquettes, cured meat, potato salad, and seafood, originally served with sherry and now ofte...; (Hinduism, Jainism) (The practice of) asceticism and self-discipline.
TAPAS has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 8, 2025.
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