This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 (15 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
L _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ R
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LAIR as a word: A place inhabited by a wild animal, often a cave or a hole in the ground; A shed or shelter for domestic animals.
LAIR has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 24, 2026.
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