This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 1, 2026 (80 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
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A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ N
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AKRON as a word: A city, the county seat of Summit County, Ohio; A town, the county seat of Washington County, Colorado; named for the city in Ohio.
AKRON has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 30, 2025.
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