This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 1, 2026 (70 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.
Answer length: 5 squares
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A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ R
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ARMOR as a word: (uncountable) A protective layer over a body, vehicle, or other object intended to deflect or diffuse damaging forces; (uncountable) A natural form of this kind of protection on an animal's body.
ARMOR has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 23, 2025.
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