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3 squares · Mini Crossword · August 31, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Monday, August 31, 2026 (5 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.

Answer length: 3 squares

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TEC as a word: Initialism of The Episcopal Church; (electronics) Initialism of thermoelectric cooler: an electrical heat-transferring device which applies the Peltier effect.

TEC has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 25, 2026.

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