This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, June 18, 2026 (12 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
Answer length: 8 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ _ _ R
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MANEUVER as a word: A movement of the body, or with an implement, instrument etc., especially one performed with skill or dexterity; A controlled (especially skillful) movement taken while steering a vehicle.
MANEUVER 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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