Crossword clue
“Closest bud”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The answer has 3 letters.
Answer · 3 lettersFirst appearance
BFFLetters3
Starts withB
Ends withF
Vowels0
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Closest bud” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 14, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 3-letter word that starts with B and ends with F.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Closest bud” clue?+
The answer is BFF (3 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 14, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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