This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 28, 2026 (72 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 _ _ D
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ACED as a word: (card games) A playing card showing a single pip, typically the highest or lowest ranking card in a game; (tennis, volleyball) A serve won without the opponent hitting the ball.
ACED has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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