This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 22, 2026 (6 Down). 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: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ T
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CADET as a word: A student at a military school who is training to be an officer; (Australia) A participant in a cadetship.
CADET has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 22, 2026.
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