This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, July 10, 2026 (15 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
S _ _ _
First and last letters
S _ _ M
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SCAM as a word: A fraudulent deal; (ambitransitive) To defraud or embezzle.
SCAM has been an answer 9 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 27, 2025.
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