This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 22, 2026 (21 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ _ S
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COASTS as a word: The edge of the land where it meets an ocean, sea, gulf, bay, or large lake; (intransitive) To glide along without adding energy; to allow a vehicle to continue moving forward after disengaging the engine or ceasing to apply motive power.
COASTS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 1, 2026.
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