This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 29, 2026 (33 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: 6 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ R
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MAUSER as a word: Any of the firearms made or designed by the German company Mauser, notably automatic pistols and bolt action rifles.
MAUSER 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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