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6 squares · NYT Crossword · August 21, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, August 21, 2026 (13 Down). 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: 6 squares

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S _ _ _ _ _

First and last letters

S _ _ _ _ E

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SLOANE as a word: A surname; A unisex given name.

SLOANE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 21, 2025.

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