This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 10, 2026 (4 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: 4 squares
First letter
I _ _ _
First and last letters
I _ _ E
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IDLE as a word: Not engaged in any occupation or employment; unemployed; inactive; doing nothing in particular; Not being used appropriately; not occupied; (of time) with no, no important, or not much activity.
IDLE has been an answer 11 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 9, 2026.
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