This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
K _ _ _
First and last letters
K _ _ L
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KARL as a word: A male given name from the Germanic languages, equivalent to English Charles; (historical) A medieval Scandinavian freeman.
KARL has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since May 29, 2026.
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