This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 (31 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
First letter
A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ L
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ANSEL as a word: A male given name; A surname.
ANSEL has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 15, 2026.
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