This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 17, 2026 (50 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
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P _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ N
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PAWN as a word: (transitive) To give as security on a loan of money; especially, to deposit (something) at a pawn shop; An instance of pawning something.
PAWN has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 17, 2026.
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