This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 9, 2026 (11 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ A
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AREA as a word: A particular geographic region; Any particular extent of surface, especially an empty or unused extent.
AREA has been an answer 21 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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