This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, April 16, 2026 (28 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Thursday puzzles often have a trick, such as a rebus (several letters in one square) or answers that bend the rules.
Answer length: 3 squares
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MMA as a word: (martial arts) Initialism of mixed martial arts. [(sports, martial arts) A style of combat sport allowing a wide range of combat techniques such as striking ...; Initialism of manual metal arc.
MMA has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 2, 2025.
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