This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 (40 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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AXE as a word: A tool for felling trees or chopping wood etc. consisting of a heavy head flattened to a blade on one side, and a handle attached to it; An ancient weapon consisting of a head that has one or two blades and a long handle.
AXE has been an answer 16 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 5, 2025.
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