This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 2, 2026 (26 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ P
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REUP as a word: (Internet) Alternative form of re-up. [(US, military) One who reenlists.]; (rare except Internet) Alternative form of re-up. [(US, military) To reenlist.].
REUP has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 10, 2026.
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