This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, September 27, 2026 (126 Across). 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: 5 squares
First letter
A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ S
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ASSES as a word: To such an extent or degree; to the same extent or degree; Considered to be, in relation to something else; in the relation (specified).
ASSES has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 9, 2025.
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