This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 (23 Down). 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
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AGARS as a word: A gelatinous material obtained from red algae, especially Gracilaria species, used as a bacterial culture medium, in electrophoresis and as a food additive; A culture medium based on this material.
AGARS has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 5, 2026.
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