This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 (50 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
R _ _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ _ M
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REARM as a word: To arm, or prepare for use, again; To replace or restore the weapons or arms of a previously defeated, or disarmed army, country, person or other body.
REARM has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 31, 2025.
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