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"Dogs are a ___ best friend" – Crossword Clue

The answer to the crossword clue “"Dogs are a ___ best friend"” is MANS (4 letters). Most recently MANS, in the NYT Mini on January 17, 2026.

AnswerLettersPattern
MANS4M___

What MANS means

  1. nounan adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
  2. nounsomeone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force
  3. nounthe generic use of the word to refer to any human being

Where this clue appeared

DatePuzzleAnswer
January 17, 2026NYT Mini 7DMANS

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FAQ

What is the answer to “"Dogs are a ___ best friend"”?

MANS (4 letters). Most recently MANS, on January 17, 2026 in the NYT Mini.

How many letters is the answer to “"Dogs are a ___ best friend"”?

4 letters, starting with M (M___).