This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, January 22, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ P
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CHAMP as a word: (informal) Buddy, sport, mate. (as a term of address); (informal) To act or behave like a champ; to endure. [with it or up].
CHAMP has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 22, 2026.
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