This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (48 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: 5 squares
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A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ A
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ARENA as a word: The building housing such an area; specifically, a very large, often round building, often topped with a dome, designated for indoor sporting or other major ...; An enclosed area, often outdoor, for the presentation of sporting events (sports arena) or other spectacular events; earthen area, often oval, specifically f....
ARENA has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 7, 2026.
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