This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 24, 2026 (9 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: 3 squares
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ASS as a word: (countable and uncountable) The buttocks; Any of several species of horse-like animals, especially Equus asinus, the domesticated of which are used as beasts of burden.
ASS has been an answer 20 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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