This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, December 8, 2025 (4 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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ARK as a word: (Judaism, Christianity, Islam) Noah's ark: the ship built by Noah to save his family and a collection of animals from the deluge; (Judaism) The Ark of the Covenant.
ARK has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 1, 2025.
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