This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (38 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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NIA as a word: A female given name; (US) Initialism of National Institute on Aging.
NIA has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 6, 2025.
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