This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 6, 2026 (23 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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S _ _
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SPY as a word: A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage); (intransitive) To act as a spy.
SPY has been an answer 14 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 28, 2025.
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