This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 11, 2026 (101 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ R
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AGAR as a word: A gelatinous material obtained from red algae, especially Gracilaria species, used as a bacterial culture medium, in electrophoresis and as a food additive; A culture medium based on this material.
AGAR has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 5, 2025.
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