Buddy
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The New York Times crossword clue “Buddy” answer is PAL. Below is every Crossword, Midi and Mini puzzle date it has appeared in.
ANSWER
In the NYT Crossword
This clue appeared in the main New York Times Crossword on these dates:
September 22 2026PALFebruary 17 2026PALNovember 19 2025BOSOMJune 16 2025BOSOMApril 7 2025PALFebruary 24 2025PALFebruary 10 2025BOSOM
In the NYT Midi Crossword
This clue also appeared in the Midi on these dates:
About this clue
The clue “Buddy” resolves to PAL, a 3-letter answer. In the New York Times Crossword, Midi and Mini, the same clue can be reused over the years, sometimes with a different answer — use the dates above to find the exact puzzle you are solving.
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