This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 26, 2026 (21 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: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ E
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ARSE as a word: (Commonwealth, now vulgar) The buttocks or more specifically, the anus; (chiefly UK, Ireland, Commonwealth, derogatory, slang) A stupid, pompous, arrogant, mean or despicable person.
ARSE has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 21, 2025.
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