This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 (24 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
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The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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CAB as a word: Synonym of taxi, a vehicle available for public hire for single journeys; To travel by taxicab.
CAB has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 8, 2025.
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