This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 15, 2026 (127 Across). 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.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
K _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
K _ _ _ _ A
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KATANA as a word: (weaponry) A type of Japanese longsword, having a single edge and slight curvature, historically used by samurai and ninja.
KATANA 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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