This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, March 26, 2026 (7 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
F _ _ _ _
First and last letters
F _ _ _ L
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FERAL as a word: Wild; untamed; Of an animal, wild but descended from domestic or captive ancestors; thus, in the wild, although not necessarily of the wild type.
FERAL has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 31, 2025.
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