This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 5, 2025 (45 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
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A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ R
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AGAR as a word: A gelatinous material obtained from red algae, especially Gracilaria species, used as a bacterial culture medium, in electrophoresis and as a food additive; A culture medium based on this material.
AGAR has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 5, 2025.
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