This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 12, 2026 (91 Down). 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: 6 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ _ T
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OCELOT as a word: An American feline carnivore (Leopardus pardalis, syn. Felis pardalis) covered with blackish ocellated spots and blotches which are variously arranged.
OCELOT has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 17, 2026.
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