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14 squares · NYT Crossword · October 11, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 11, 2026 (64 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Answer length: 14 squares

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P _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

First and last letters

P _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ U

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PAPERCUTAPERCU

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