This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 9, 2026 (55 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ S
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MELEES as a word: (especially military, gaming) A battle fought at close range, (especially) one not involving ranged weapons; hand-to-hand combat; brawling; A loud, confused or tumultuous fight, argument or scrap.
MELEES 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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