This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Friday, June 5, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ R
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About the answer
ALDER as a word: Any of several trees or shrubs of the genus Alnus, belonging to the birch family; An alderman or alderwoman.
ALDER has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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