This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, October 31, 2025 (52 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
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A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ D
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ACED as a word: (card games) A playing card showing a single pip, typically the highest or lowest ranking card in a game; (tennis, volleyball) A serve won without the opponent hitting the ball.
ACED has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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