This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 (21 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ A
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RAFA as a word: A unisex given name; A diminutive of the male given name Raphael, variant of Rafe.
RAFA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 11, 2026.
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