This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 (14 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ A
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SAUNA as a word: A room or a house designed for heat sessions; The act of using a sauna.
SAUNA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 24, 2026.
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