This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, November 2, 2026 (16 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
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"Abbr." or "for short" means the answer is itself an abbreviation or a shortened form.
Answer length: 3 squares
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E _ _
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ETC as a word: Alternative form of etc; Acronym of electron transport chain.
ETC has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 18, 2026.
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