This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 (8 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 3 squares
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SKY as a word: The atmosphere above a given point, especially as visible from the surface of the Earth as the place where the sun, moon, stars, and clouds are seen; With a descriptive word: the part of the sky which can be seen from a specific place or at a specific time; its climate, condition, etc.
SKY has been an answer 10 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 23, 2025.
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