Crossword clue
“Like some early education, for short”
This clue appeared as 76-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 1, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
PREKLetters4
Starts withP
Ends withK
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Like some early education, for short” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 1, 2026 as 76-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with P and ends with K.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Like some early education, for short” clue?+
The answer is PREK (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 1, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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