This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 (5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
R _ _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ _ E
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RIFLE as a word: (weaponry) A firearm fired from the shoulder; improved range and accuracy is provided by a long, rifled barrel; (military, usually in the plural, dated) A rifleman.
RIFLE 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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