This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 21, 2026 (13 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.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ K
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STICK as a word: An elongated piece of wood or similar material, typically put to some use, for example as a wand or baton; A small, thin branch from a tree or bush; a twig; a branch.
STICK has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 21, 2026.
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