This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 23, 2026 (41 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
T _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ S
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TEARS as a word: Viscous streaks left on the inside of the glass when certain wines are swirled around before tasting.
TEARS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 23, 2026.
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