This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 (58 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
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JIG as a word: (music) A light, brisk musical movement; a gigue; (traditional Irish music and dance) A lively dance in 6/8 (double jig), 9/8 (slip jig) or 12/8 (single jig) time; a tune suitable for such a dance. By extens....
JIG has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 24, 2026.
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