This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 (41 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ R
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AJAR as a word: Slightly turned or opened; Slightly turned or opened.
AJAR has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 27, 2025.
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