This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, September 12, 2026 (25 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Saturday puzzles are the hardest of the week and themeless, so clues are often deliberately misleading.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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TIP as a word: The extreme end of something, especially when pointed; e.g. the sharp end of a pencil; A piece of metal, fabric or other material used to cover the top of something for protection, utility or decoration.
TIP has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 28, 2025.
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