This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 (42 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: 7 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ _ _ N
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BESTMAN has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 19, 2025.
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