This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 (63 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
How to read this clue
The question mark warns of wordplay. Expect a pun or a second meaning rather than a straight definition.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ D
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About the answer
OARED as a word: Having oars.
OARED has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 18, 2026.
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