This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (10 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
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"Abbr." or "for short" means the answer is itself an abbreviation or a shortened form.
Answer length: 3 squares
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M _ _
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MMA as a word: (martial arts) Initialism of mixed martial arts. [(sports, martial arts) A style of combat sport allowing a wide range of combat techniques such as striking ...; Initialism of manual metal arc.
MMA has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 2, 2025.
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