This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, January 30, 2026 (2 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ E
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BLADE as a word: The (typically sharp-edged) part of a knife, sword, razor, or other tool with which it cuts; (metonymic) A sword or knife.
BLADE has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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