This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (40 Down). 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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A clue in quotation marks is something a person might say. Look for another way of saying it, or the reply it suggests.
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
Y _ _
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About the answer
YES as a word: An affirmative expression; an answer that shows agreement or acceptance; A vote of support or in favor of something.
YES has been an answer 26 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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