This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 (5 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
K _ _ _
First and last letters
K _ _ O
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KAYO as a word: (boxing) A knockout; To knock someone out, or render them unconscious or senseless.
KAYO has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 19, 2025.
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