What is the answer to "Lock of hair" in the NYT Midi Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Midi Crossword clue "Lock of hair" is TRESS (5 letters).

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Lock of hair NYT Midi Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the May 7, 2026 puzzle

Stuck on “Lock of hair” from the NYT Midi Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer

TRESS

5 letters · Down · last seen May 7, 2026

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