This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 22, 2026 (105 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: 5 squares
First letter
E _ _ _ _
First and last letters
E _ _ _ S
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EPEES as a word: (fencing) A sharp-pointed dueling sword with a bell-shaped guard, used (with the end blunted) in sport fencing.
EPEES has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 9, 2026.
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