This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 19, 2026 (1 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.
Answer length: 3 squares
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SUN as a word: The star that is closest to the Earth; (astronomy) A star, especially when seen as the centre of any single solar system.
SUN has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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