This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 (21 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 7 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ _ _ O
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MAGNETO as a word: A small magnetic dynamo, especially one that provides power to the spark plugs of a small internal combustion engine (now mostly used in aircraft).
MAGNETO 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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