This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, March 13, 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.
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Answer length: 3 squares
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NAT as a word: Negative automatic thoughts; A unisex given name.
NAT has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 25, 2025.
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