This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, August 23, 2026 (116 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ O
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AUTO as a word: (automotive) A car with an automatic gearbox/transmission; (automotive) An automatic gearbox/transmission.
AUTO has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 15, 2026.
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