This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, April 20, 2026 (13 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
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A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ E
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AWARE as a word: Conscious or having knowledge of something; awake; Vigilant or on one's guard against danger or difficulty.
AWARE has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 14, 2025.
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