This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, July 23, 2026 (2 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
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A _ _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ _ R
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ALTAR as a word: A table or similar flat-topped structure used for religious rites; (informal) A raised area around an altar in a church; the sanctuary.
ALTAR has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 19, 2025.
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