This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, February 8, 2026 (104 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: 5 squares
First letter
C _ _ _ _
First and last letters
C _ _ _ T
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CARAT as a word: A metric unit of mass equal to exactly 200 mg, chiefly used for measuring precious stones and pearls; A 24-point scale used to measure the purity of gold.
CARAT has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 8, 2026.
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