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3 squares · NYT Crossword · October 21, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 (9 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.

Answer length: 3 squares

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ANN as a word: A female given name from Hebrew; A surname from Welsh.

ANN has been an answer 13 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 27, 2025.

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