This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, May 10, 2026 (14 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 3 squares
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ISM as a word: An ideology, system of thought, or practice that can be described by a word ending in -ism; A form of discrimination, such as racism or sexism.
ISM has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 5, 2026.
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