This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 20, 2026 (49 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ N
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OLSEN as a word: A patrilineal surname.
OLSEN has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 8, 2025.
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