This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, September 4, 2026 (38 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 3 squares
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SIC as a word: Thus; as written; used to indicate, for example, that text is being quoted as it is from the source; (by extension) Used in the manner of scare quotes.
SIC has been an answer 7 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 9, 2026.
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