This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 (34 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
A _ _ _
First and last letters
A _ _ S
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ARTS as a word: The humanities; The study of literature, philosophy, and the arts.
ARTS has been an answer 8 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since October 26, 2025.
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