“Word before space or Mongolia” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.OUTER is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Word before space or Mongolia”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 19, 2026, where it runs at 31 Down and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.