This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 (44 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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ADS as a word: A nickname for Adam; Initialism of automated decision support.
ADS has been an answer 19 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 4, 2025.
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