This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Saturday, October 25, 2025 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
S _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ _ _ D
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SHIELD as a word: Anything that protects or defends; defense; shelter; protection; A broad piece of defensive armor, held in hand, formerly in general use in war, for the protection of the body.
SHIELD 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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