This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, May 22, 2026 (6 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
H _ _ _
First and last letters
H _ _ K
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HAWK as a word: A diurnal predatory bird of the family Accipitridae, smaller than an eagle; Any diurnal predatory terrestrial bird of similar size and appearance to the accipitrid hawks, such as a falcon.
HAWK has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 7, 2026.
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