Crossword clue
“Hidden gem”
This clue appeared as 12-Down in the NYT Crossword on Friday, June 12, 2026. The answer has 14 letters.
Answer · 14 lettersSeen 2 times
BESTKEPTSECRETLetters14
Starts withB
Ends withT
Vowels4
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Hidden gem” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 12, 2026 as 12-Down. Its answer is a 14-letter phrase that starts with B and ends with T, with 4 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Hidden gem” clue?+
The answer is BESTKEPTSECRET (14 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 12, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 2 times in the NYT Crossword, most recently on June 12, 2026.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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