This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 (45 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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M _ _
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MUG as a word: A large cup for beverages, usually having a handle and used without a saucer; (slang, often derogatory) The face.
MUG has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 7, 2026.
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