This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Sunday, September 6, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
R _ _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ _ Y
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RUGBY as a word: (usually uncountable, sports) A form of football in which players can hold or kick an ovoid ball; rugby football. The ball cannot be handled forwards and poi...; (usually uncountable, sports) (specifically) The form of the game known as rugby union (see the usage note).
RUGBY has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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