This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 (7 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ A
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MASADA as a word: An ancient fortification in southern Israel, situated on top of an isolated rock plateau overlooking the Dead Sea.
MASADA 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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