“Suffix with beat or neat” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.NIK is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Suffix with beat or neat”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 17, 2025, where it runs at 42 Down and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.