This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 1, 2026 (15 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ D
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ROAD as a word: A way used for travelling between places, originally one wide enough to allow foot passengers and horses to travel, now (US) usually one surfaced with asphal...; (uncountable) Roads in general as a means of travel, especially by motor vehicle.
ROAD has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 26, 2026.
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