This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (46 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
First letter
R _ _
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ROD as a word: A straight, round stick, shaft, bar, cane, or staff; A longitudinal pole used for forming part of a framework such as an awning or tent.
ROD has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 15, 2025.
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