This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 17, 2026 (48 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
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Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
W _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
W _ _ _ _ _ T
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About the answer
WARRANT as a word: (law, countable) A judicial writ authorizing an officer to make a search, seizure, or arrest, or to execute a judgment; (countable) An order that serves as authorization; especially a voucher authorizing payment or receipt of money.
WARRANT has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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