This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 14, 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: 6 squares
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AIKIDO as a word: (uncountable) A Japanese martial art developed from jujitsu and making use of holds and throws; (countable) A school of the martial art.
AIKIDO 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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