This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 10, 2026 (61 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: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ A
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AREA as a word: A particular geographic region; Any particular extent of surface, especially an empty or unused extent.
AREA has been an answer 21 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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