This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 7, 2026 (23 Across) and the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 10, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
NYT Crossword, August 7, 2026, 23 Across
Answer length: 5 squares
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T _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ R
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About the answer
TASER as a word: A Taser, a handheld device made by Taser International intended to immobilize another by delivering an electric shock; (by extension) Any electroshock stun gun.
TASER has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 30, 2025.
NYT Crossword, July 10, 2026, 1 Across
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
T _ _ _ _
First and last letters
T _ _ _ R
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- Geneticist's finding (30 Across)
- Wasteful government spending, informally (31 Across)
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