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4 squares · NYT Crossword · June 21, 2026 · The answer stays hidden until you tap it

This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, June 21, 2026 (130 Across). 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: 4 squares

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I _ _ _

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I _ _ S

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IDES as a word: (historical, often capitalized) The notional full-moon day of a Roman month, occurring on the 15th day of the four original 31-day months (March, May, Quinti...; Alternative form of ides: the notional full moon of a Roman month, used in Roman dating. [(historical, often capitalized) The notional full-moon day of a Rom....

IDES has been an answer 5 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 12, 2025.

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