Outdoor events with grills, for short
Published by Naitik Mehta · April 1, 2026
Stuck on the clue Outdoor events with grills, for short from the New York Times Daily for April 1, 2026? We have the correct 4-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
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Outdoor events with grills, for short (4)
Answer
The answer to Outdoor events with grills, for short is Bbqs (4 letters).
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Why does Bbqs fit this clue?
This entry has a circled cell at index 2, where the letter 'Q' is visually highlighted in the grid. The circled Q likely marks a thematic element or puzzle device that connects this answer to other entries in the crossword. The clue 'Outdoor events with grills, for short' is an abbreviation clue that points to BBQS, the shortened form of barbecues. Barbecues are social gatherings centered around grilling food outdoors, typically featuring hamburgers, hot dogs, and other grilled fare. The phrase 'for short' signals that this answer is an abbreviated version of the full word, which is why BBQS works as the four-letter solution.
What does Outdoor events with grills, for short mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
outdoor
adjective
•taking place in the open air, outside
events
noun
•organized occasions or gatherings
grills
noun
•cooking equipment with metal grates for barbecuing food over heat
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 1-down in the New York Times Daily on April 1, 2026, by Jess Shulman and Amie Walker, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Bbqs mean?
noun
•Barbecue
Origin of the word Bbqs
•origin: Taíno barbacoa
•period: 16th century
The word entered English through Spanish explorers who encountered the Taíno people's method of cooking meat on a wooden framework over a fire in the Caribbean.
How to use Bbqs in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Bbqs.
•“Summer weekends are perfect for backyard BBQs with family and friends.”
•“The neighborhood association organized several community BBQs in the park this year.”
•“Restaurant BBQs featuring smoked brisket and ribs have become increasingly popular downtown.”
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- What is the answer to Outdoor events with grills, for short?
- The answer is Bbqs (4 letters).
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- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Daily on April 1, 2026.
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- The answer has 4 letters: Bbqs.
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