This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 (70 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ S
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RATS as a word: "Rats" is a song written by Dave Davies and performed by The Kinks on their album Lola versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One; Ambrósio Amaro Manuel Pascoal best known as Rats, (born 5 May 1977) is a retired Angolan football player.
RATS has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 16, 2025.
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