This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (57 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
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The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ B
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About the answer
AHAB as a word: A king of Israel, mentioned in the Bible; A male given name from Hebrew, very rarely used.
AHAB has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 7, 2025.
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