This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, April 5, 2026 (12 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
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Answer length: 5 squares
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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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