This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, August 31, 2026 (46 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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HUE as a word: A color, or shade of color; tint; dye; The characteristic related to the light frequency that appears in the color, for instance red, yellow, green, cyan, blue or magenta.
HUE has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 22, 2025.
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