This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, July 5, 2026 (12 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: 3 squares
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A _ _
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ASS as a word: (countable and uncountable) The buttocks; Any of several species of horse-like animals, especially Equus asinus, the domesticated of which are used as beasts of burden.
ASS has been an answer 20 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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