This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 16, 2026 (121 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 20, 2026 (54 Down). 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.
NYT Crossword, August 16, 2026, 121 Across
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ T
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RANT as a word: To speak or shout at length in uncontrollable anger; To disseminate one's own opinions in a, typically, one-sided, strong manner.
RANT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 20, 2026.
NYT Crossword, February 20, 2026, 54 Down
Answer length: 3 squares
First letter
P _ _
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PLY as a word: A layer of material; A strand that, twisted together with other strands, makes up rope or yarn.
PLY has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 12, 2026.
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