This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, October 22, 2026 (19 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
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Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
A _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ _ S
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AXIOMS as a word: a peer-reviewed open access scientific journal that focuses on all aspects of mathematics, mathematical logic and mathematical physics; a compilation by British progressive rock band Asia, released in February 1999 by Recall 2 cd.
AXIOMS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 14, 2025.
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