This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 31, 2026 (44 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
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The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 8 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ _ _ _ X
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OPERABOX has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 23, 2025.
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