This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, February 6, 2026 (26 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
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A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ L
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ARIAL as a word: (typography) A sans serif typeface designed by Monotype as a clone of Helvetica. Notably a default Windows font.
ARIAL has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 23, 2025.
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