This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, April 25, 2026 (9 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 3 squares
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H _ _
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HEM as a word: (sewing) The border of an article of clothing doubled back and stitched together to finish the edge and prevent it from fraying; (transitive) To put hem on an article of clothing, to edge or put a border on something.
HEM has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 5, 2026.
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