This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 15, 2026 (24 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: 5 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ N
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ORSON as a word: A male given name transferred from the surname; A surname.
ORSON has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since August 18, 2026.
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