This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 (7 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
L _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ E
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LACE as a word: (uncountable) A light fabric containing patterns of holes, usually built up from a single thread; (countable) A cord or ribbon passed through eyelets in a shoe or garment, pulled tight and tied to fasten the shoe or garment firmly.
LACE has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 25, 2026.
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