This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (21 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ _ R
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ORATOR as a word: A skilled and eloquent public speaker; Someone who orates or delivers an oration.
ORATOR has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since March 25, 2026.
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