This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, March 16, 2026 (11 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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B _ _
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BAT as a word: Any flying mammal of the order Chiroptera, usually small and nocturnal, insectivorous or frugivorous; A club made of wood or aluminium used for striking the ball in sports such as baseball, softball and cricket.
BAT has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 16, 2025.
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