This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, October 26, 2025 (27 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: 7 squares
First letter
N _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
N _ _ _ _ _ S
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NETTLES as a word: (nautical) Small lengths of cord attached to a sail, used to secure the excess fabric after reefing; reef points; A surname.
NETTLES 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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