This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 17, 2026 (45 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: 5 squares
First letter
A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ X
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About the answer
ANNEX as a word: To add something to another thing, especially territory; to incorporate; An addition to the territory of a country or state, from a neighbouring country or state, normally by military force.
ANNEX has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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