This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, February 9, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
C _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ K
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CORK as a word: A bottle stopper made from this or any other material; The phellem of the cork oak, used for making bottle stoppers, flotation devices, and insulation material.
CORK has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 24, 2025.
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