This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (42 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 16 squares
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HEADLESSHORSEMAN
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HEADLESSHORSEMAN has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 5, 2026.
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