This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 13, 2026 (43 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
K _ _ _
First and last letters
K _ _ G
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KING as a word: A male monarch; a man who heads a monarchy; in an absolute monarchy, the supreme ruler of his nation; The monarch with the most power and authority in a monarchy, regardless of sex.
KING has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 13, 2026.
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