This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 28, 2026 (48 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ R
Show the answer
About the answer
SITAR as a word: (music) A Hindustani/Indian classical stringed instrument, typically having a gourd as its resonating chamber; A surname.
SITAR has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 3, 2026.
Other clues with the same answer
More clues from this puzzle
- Jazz aficionado, e.g. (43 Down)
- Spirit seen on el Día de los Muertos (44 Down)
- The 12th crew member in "Ocean's Twelve" (46 Down)
- Women's Basketball Hall-of-Famer Penicheiro (47 Down)
- Afflictions (49 Down)
- Work like a dog (50 Down)
- Star turns at a concert (51 Down)
- Print maker (55 Down)
Play today's NYT Crossword at The New York Times
All crossword clues · Today's NYT Crossword answers · Today's Mini answers