This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 30, 2026 (128 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.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
R _ _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ _ R
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RYDER as a word: (countable) A surname originating as an occupation for a rider, cavalryman, or knight; (countable) A male given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage.
RYDER has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 27, 2026.
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